It is important to pay attention to health check-ups and consultations for the elderly.

Elderly people, with their wealth of life experience, are also vulnerable psychologically, and their health declines over time, so they need more attention from family members and society.

Family is an extremely important foundation for the elderly to live happily and healthily. As people age, their health declines, and more illnesses appear, such as joint pain making it difficult for them to move around, high blood pressure, and diabetes. Therefore, the elderly need regular health check-ups.

Healthcare workers visit and check on the health of elderly people at their homes.

Elderly people are also among the groups under the management of the health station. For example, in Tan Phu commune, Can Duoc district, Long An province, in 2024, the commune's health station coordinated with the Can Duoc District Health Center to organize periodic health check-ups for elderly people in the commune. Accordingly, over 400 elderly people received regular check-ups and medication annually, achieving a rate of over 98% according to the assigned target.

In addition, the Tan Chanh Commune Health Station, in coordination with the Elderly Association and the Red Cross Society of the commune, visited and presented gifts to more than 10 elderly people at their homes. This was done to encourage and inquire about the health of the elderly and to better understand their aspirations. At the homes of the elderly, staff from the Tan Chanh Health Station also advised them on home health exercises, checked their blood pressure, advised family members on caregiving, encouraged positive lifestyle changes for the elderly, ensured their mental stability, prevented negative thoughts, and fostered an optimistic and joyful life.

Old age is a crucial stage in human life. While attention should be paid to the physiological and pathological characteristics of this age group, it's also essential to consider the psychosocial issues of the elderly. The general psychological changes in the elderly often lead to changes in temperament for some. Family members need to be empathetic and understanding to share with their elders. The elderly have certain psychological instability, so understanding their situation is crucial for fostering harmony within the family. Younger generations need to prepare themselves mentally for this reality, responding appropriately and showing greater care and concern for their elders. Regular conversations and encouragement of exercise to improve both physical and mental health are particularly important. Caring for the material and spiritual well-being of the elderly, especially those who are lonely and without support, is especially vital.

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