Protecting Your Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a major shift in how people receive medical treatment. This includes residents of assisted living centers. For several months, medical offices were restricted to treating only the most urgently ill or injured patients. Many people avoided going to the emergency room or receiving medical treatment because they were afraid of catching COVID-19.
Don’t Avoid Treatment
As the lockdowns have eased, you need to know that you should not delay much-needed health care. For example, waiting a few months when noticing a lump or potentially cancerous area could cause doctors to lose time when it comes to treating the illness.
Get to Know Telehealth
One of the ways in which senior patients in assisted living facilities are able to keep seeing their health care providers is through telemedicine. During a telemedicine appointment, you are able to call or video chat with your physician to discuss your symptoms.
Visiting the Doctor
While telehealth appointments can be an important supplement to health care for seniors in assisted living, there are times when you will have to visit the doctor. Doctor’s offices and hospitals are taking every precaution to make sure that it is safe to visit them, including temperature checks, masks, and increased sanitation.
Receiving the Right Treatment
Working together with your doctor, you should be able to find a treatment plan that helps you stay healthy. Learn more about assisted living facilities in West Milford, New Jersey from The Chelsea at Bald Eagle at www.chelseaseniorliving.com.
