The Vitamin Folic Acid May Aid Elders During Heat Waves

The type of heat exhaustion or mild dehydration that a middle-aged caregiver may feel during a heat wave is uncomfortable, but the same occurrence could be deadly for an elder. Because of the seriousness of overheating, some older people take a prescription drug that helps increase blood flow to the skin which in turn helps them cool off. Read full article on HealthCentral about how folic acid may help your elder stay safe in a heatwave:  Support a caregiver or jump-start discussion in support groups with real stories - for bulk orders of Minding Our Elders e-mail Carol                  Related StoriesGetting and Staying Organized While CaregivingSummer Excursions for Care Partners to EnjoyDo You Feel as Old As You Are? A Grandmother and Granddaughter Discuss Life and Aging 
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