{"id":7573,"date":"2024-12-18T22:26:31","date_gmt":"2024-12-19T03:26:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carebuildersathome.com\/louisville\/?p=7573"},"modified":"2026-02-07T16:08:17","modified_gmt":"2026-02-07T21:08:17","slug":"winter-safety-pt-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carebuildersathome.com\/louisville\/blog\/winter-safety-pt-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter Safety Pt. 2"},"content":{"rendered":"

I wrote about winter safety a few days ago, which you can find in this earlier post<\/a>. This is a continuation of that discussion, with a few additional winter safety tips. Let\u2019s talk about some practical ways to stay safe as colder weather continues.<\/p>\n

\"Caregiver <\/p>\n

Make Sure Your Mobility Devices Are Ready<\/h4>\n

Cold weather can affect mobility devices in ways people don\u2019t always anticipate. If you use a device with tires, make sure they\u2019re properly inflated, and pay attention to how cold temperatures may impact battery life. Winter conditions can also increase fall risk, especially on icy surfaces. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention\u2019s fall prevention guidance<\/a> offers general safety tips that are especially relevant during winter months. If you rely on a mobility device, it\u2019s a good idea to review care and maintenance recommendations specific to your equipment. <\/p>\n

Hydrate<\/h4>\n

Hydration often gets overlooked in the winter, but it\u2019s just as important as it is during warmer months. Colder air and indoor heating can contribute to dehydration without you realizing it. In addition to drinking water regularly, moisturizing your skin can help prevent dryness and cracking, which can be more common as skin becomes more fragile with age. Sunscreen is still important in winter as well, since sun damage can occur even on cold or cloudy days. <\/p>\n

Medication Management<\/h4>\n

Winter weather can sometimes interfere with access to pharmacies. It may be helpful to talk with your doctor ahead of time about what to do if a refill is due around the time of a major weather event. Depending on the medication, they may be able to advise on planning ahead or adjusting timing. This isn\u2019t medical advice, but rather a reminder to have a plan in place before bad weather hits.<\/p>\n

Taking a few proactive steps can go a long way toward staying safe and comfortable during the winter. Thank you for reading, and I\u2019ll see you later this week.<\/p>\n

Written by Brigid Stakelum<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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