How to boost your immune system

The worst thing that most people think could happen to them is getting sick from the flu or some other form of virus or bacteria. Therefore, people look for different ways to protect themselves from getting sick. Even though there are many great foods, herbs and vitamins that can help boost your immune system; then why is it that people still get sick? The immune system is a very complicated system and it has countless diverse parts that interact with each other through out the body and perform many different functions. Since scientists have not made a “one shot cure all” or some magic pill that prevents you from getting sick; we must rely on the best methods to boost and maintain our immune system at a superior level. At First Care of New York we decided to clear out the clutter and give you the healthy-living solutions that are known to help your immune system.

1. Maintain a healthy lifestyle
1. Don’t smoke
2. Try to eliminate or reduce your stress level
3. Get adequate sleep
4. Maintain a healthy weight
2. Exercise
1. It boosts your blood circulation
2. Gets your respiratory system functioning more effectively
3. See your doctor for regular check-ups
1. Keep that eye appointment or annual physical
2. Check your prostate (males)
3. Get your mammogram (females)
4. Take your vitamins
1. Vitamin A – It plays a role in regulating the immune system
2. Vitamin B2 – Preventing and treating riboflavin deficiency
3. Vitamin B6 – Responsible for production of healthy red blood cells
4. Vitamin C – It increases the production of infection-fighting white blood cells
5. Vitamin D – Plays a role in activating the immune system’s ability to recognize & fight pathogens
6. Vitamin E – Stimulates the production of cells that attack germs & cancer cells
7. Zinc – It increases the production of white blood cells

At First Care of New York we would like you to stay healthy and active. Therefore, remember that before starting or stopping any lifestyle changes such as: an exercise program or diet, it is always best to consult with your primary doctor to see what they recommend.

Seeking OT, PT and ST professionals

We are currently seeking Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist and Speech Therapist, send us your resume for review at Fax (718) 364-7255 or email us info@1st-care.org . Please forward to all interested parties

Job description:

PHYSICAL THERAPY:

Services are provided to individuals who demonstrate the presence of a functional limitation. Physical therapist’s role is to provide skilled intervention to improve the patient’s level of functioning in self-care, mobility, safety, range of motion, or strength and to establish a safe and effective maintenance program. Examples of therapy services include assessment of needs and development of a therapy program for the patient.  The physical therapist functions also include:

-        Therapeutic exercises;

-        Gait training;

-        Active range of motion exercises;

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY: 

The occupational therapist assists patient’s acquire the skills necessary to accomplish Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).  Occupational therapists their interventions on the patient’s upper extremities and on the fine muscle skills needed to perform functional activities, such as eating or dressing.  In addition to assisting patients to develop self-care skills, the therapist is involved in assessing the patient’s home for safety and suggesting modifications to improve the patient’s ability to function independently.  The skilled OT program may include:

-        Selecting and teaching task-oriented therapeutic activities designed to restore physical function;

-        Planning, implementing and supervising therapeutic tasks and activities designed to restore sensory integrative function.

-        Planning, implementing and supervising of individualized therapeutic programs as part of an overall “active treatment” program.

-        Teaching ADLs and instrumental ADLs.

-        Designing, fabricating, and fitting orthotic and self-help devices.

SPEECH THERAPY:

Speech Therapy services are provided to individuals who have speech and language problems, including difficulties or delays in language development. Problems with speech and language may be either expressive or receptive.  In addition, ST services are also helpful with patients who are experiencing dysphasia.  The speech therapist works with patients to improve their ability to carry out independently ADLs related to communication or swallowing, i.e. talking on phone, eating or managing oral secretions. Speech Therapy includes:

-        Assessment; Diagnostic testing and evaluation;

-        Maintenance therapy, Therapeutic services;

-        Aural rehabilitation;

-        Teaching and training.