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Plan ahead to ensure our beloved elderly get proper care

3-min read

Healthy body Healthy finances Healthy mind

Our parents took care of us as children, so it's only fair that we ensure they receive the best care as they get older, so they can enjoy their golden years.
However, many elderly people suffer from chronic diseases and the cost of treatment and recovery from these diseases can be high. This can inevitably place heavy and long-term financial burdens on the elderly themselves and their families.

Alzheimer's disease, one of the most common degenerative brain disorder diseases and it is irreversible. However, elderly diagnosis and continuous treatments are helpful in slowing down the progression of the disease. ¹

Degenerative Brain Disorder Diseases Dementia is ranked no.7 of Leading Causes of Death. ²
Estimated number of patients in Hong Kong will increase by 3 times in 30 years. ³

Health care costs for dementia found greater than cancer and heart disease. ⁴

Always take care of the elderly's health for maximum protection

Prevention: Encourage seniors to exercise regularly and eat a balanced diet to maintain a healthy body and mind. At the same time, take care of the chronic conditions.
Prediction: Pay attention to their physical condition. Ensure the seniors get regular health checks and assess their health risks so they can detect and address potential issues early.
Diagnosis: When a health issue occurs, encourage the elderly to seek professional advice and get a detailed examination so they can determine the most suitable healthcare solution.
Treatment: Comprehensive medical and critical illness protection can provide financial support, even in the event of a serious illness, and ensure the elderly receive appropriate treatment as soon as possible.
Rehabilitation: During long recovery periods, thoughtful recovery plans and follow-up treatments have proven to be essential. A comprehensive plan that covers additional nursing services, ensures the elderly can recover with peace of mind.

Hospital Authority – Smart Patient – Dementia. http://www21.ha.org.hk/smartpatient/Dementia/en-us/Overview/Introduction/
Website of the Centre for Health Protection, 2001-2020 figures. https://www.chp.gov.hk/tc/statistics/data/10/27/117.html
The Hong Kong Alzheimer's Disease Association. https://www.hkada.org.hk/types-of-dementia
Website of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2015 analysis. https://www.nih.gov/news-events/news-releases/health-care-costs-dementia-found-greater-any-other-disease

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