Launched in the latter part of 2006, Prime Video quickly became one of the world's largest streaming platforms. It allowed those with Prime membership to watch films and TV shows on demand. A recent study found that Netflix, Prime Video's biggest rival, had the same amount of subscribers as all conventional television subscribers in the US combined: 73% of households. They went on to overtake traditional television watchers in 2019. Netflix has plateaued slightly over the past few years but newer services like Prime Video and Hulu have gained a larger market share. How Much Does …
Keeping Warm in Winter – Safety Tips
With winter getting closer, many of us are beginning to worry about shorter days and colder weather. The current cost-of-living crisis, which includes higher food and fuel prices, means many of us may be worrying about keeping warm this winter. We have created a list of 6 ways to stay safe and warm. The Dangers of Cold The human body needs to remain at a healthy temperature to function properly. For most people, this temperature is about 37°C. If the body dips below this temperature, it struggles to perform basic tasks. This can lead to serious health complications, including …
How to Keep Safe During A Heatwave
The UK has been warned of another heatwave over the next few days. Although it is fantastic to have such wonderful weather, it is also important to keep ourselves and our loved ones safe. Over-75s are categorised as most at risk from harm during a heatwave. The most common consequences are dehydration, overheating, or heatstroke. Luckily, we have compiled some top tips for keeping yourself and others safe during the heatwave. Stay Indoors Where Possible Those who are at particularly high risk should try and stay cool indoors where they can. The best ways to keep your house cool are …
Healthy Nutrition for Older People
The importance of a healthy, well-balanced diet cannot be underestimated. As we age our bodies begin to change. As such, we should also adjust how we feed our bodies. This is particularly true for those elderly people who face conditions such as heart disease, osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease. Today, we're taking a look at nutrition for older people How Our Bodies Change: As we get older, many of us become less active. This means that we need fewer calories each day to fuel our bodies, since activity is reduced. However, most of the healthy eating principles we all know do not …
Easy Exercises for Older People at Home
Many elderly people can struggle to get out of the house. Mobility issues and health conditions can make it difficult to remain healthy. However, it is advised that elderly people get at least 150 minutes of exercise every week. So, how can we maintain a healthy lifestyle and ensure we are getting enough exercise? Here are some simple yet effective exercises for older people to do at home. Warming Up Firstly, remember that stretching before and after exercise is an important part of any routine. Warming up prepares your heart, lungs, and muscles for a workout. Just five minutes spent …
What is Probate? A Simple Guide
Probate is the process of negotiating an individual's assets after they have passed away. This can include settling debts they may have and/or distributing their estate and wealth in accordance with their wishes. Probate is a relevant course of action whether a will has or has not been written. However, not everyone will need it. If the assets are jointly owned by a spouse or partner, probate will not be needed as the capital will automatically pass over to the joint owner. Probate is only usually needed if the deceased owned property or had over £5,000 in the bank. Who Needs to …
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