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6 Hygiene Mistakes After 70 Nurses Notice Immediately

Nurse Jen | Healthcare Navigation

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After 70, some of the hygiene habits people brush off can actually be one of the first signs something bigger is going on — and as a nurse, these are 6 I catch almost immediately. In this video, I'm breaking down what they are, why they matter, and what to actually do about each one.

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Video summary:
In this video, I cover 6 hygiene habits after 70 that I notice right away as a nurse: skipping daily moisturizer, ignoring foot care, reusing the same shower sponge for months, not keeping teeth and dentures properly clean, taking long hot showers, and not changing clothes or incontinence products often enough. I also talk about why oral hygiene specifically is linked to more than just dental health — including bacterial pneumonia, cardiovascular disease and diabetes complications.

And I love to hear from you — if you've noticed any of these 6 in yourself or someone you care for, drop a comment below and let me know which one caught you off guard. Your comment might be exactly what helps another viewer catch something earlier.

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This video is for general educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your own physician or healthcare provider.

20 Comments

@NurseJen Creator 1 month ago Pinned

Hygiene habits after 70 tell you a lot more than most people realize — long before any of it shows up on a chart at the doctor's office. None of the 6 in this video require anything dramatic to fix, just a little more attention than most of us are used to paying.

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Which of these 6 caught you off guard — for yourself or someone you're keeping an eye on? Drop it below, I read every comment. 👇

@AgingwithWisdom 1 month ago

My 68-year-old husband recently suffered a stroke and is going through a very difficult recovery. We would truly appreciate your prayers.

@DeirdreQuinn-l9j 1 month ago

These are problems for many people, not just seniors.

@terryciavola5962 1 month ago

Not just seniors, all people!!

@peggymaresh 1 month ago

These tips are all good, but to be totally honest I have smelled and seen more unclean young people than senior citizens.

@marcy7162 1 month ago

These are great, but when a loved one has dementia, and they fight you on everything…

@GMBL-h3w 1 month ago

The reason most elders feet.and toenails are neglected is from paient being unable to bend and being unable to reach their toenails,and people on social security ,most of them cannot afford the price it cost at nail salons!!!

@kimberleebrackley2793 1 month ago

Yes. Don't forget we are easley tired. We want to do what we use to do but are unable. Be kind😊

@MaryHarvey-b7i 1 month ago

I grew up with my grandparents and great grandmother. My grandmother smelled of a soap that my grandfather gifted her on special occasions that came from Spain. It was glycerin based, and smelled wonderful. My great grandmother smelled of lemon Verbena. I am 75, my husband is 80, we both shower regularly and brush our teeth every morning and every night. We see our dentist every 6 months just as we have since we were children.

@RobAddie 1 month ago

I get that this is an educational video. But you're addressing the wrong audience. I worked for forty years as an RN. Some of my colleagues; Nurses, Doctors and ancillary staff were far less than fragrant to work alongside. At least those with advanced age and infirmities have a reasonable excuse.

@ShirlJr 1 month ago

My elderly parents had severe back problems and were not cleaning their dentures properly because it hurt too much to stand. Once I realised what was happening, I had to push hard to take over that job for them because they didn't want to bother me. When I insisted, we quickly fell into a routine and it became easy. Sometimes, we have to have difficult conversations.

@Silver-p5y 1 month ago

I get a pedicure monthly. Also an electric toothbrush is very good investment in your health. This nurse has great suggestions!

@misskfountain4070 1 month ago

Nothing to do with age. Just look around Walmart. This is true for any age -common sense, decency and courtesy.

@BobSmith-wh9hz 1 month ago

Age doesn't matter much. Upbringing and good hygiene are the common factors.

@kathryncooper4001 1 month ago

Went to a new dermatologist, and he was amazed that my very old feet were so well cared for at home. Mostly, I just clip my nails and dry thoroughly between my toes after a shower. He was also pretty stoked at my Grateful Dead underwear (homemade). I'm 77.

@lindasmith3751 1 month ago

Thank you for these tips for seniors. Getting older isn't for sissies and sometimes gentle reminders is all that it takes.

@maryhodge2625 1 month ago

Once I got past 70, I noticed that I had to put lotion on parts of my body that never needed it before.

@watchchimp3102 1 month ago

I'm in my early 60s and I've already noticed the dry skin thing.
After a lifetime of having oily skin and battling greasy hair.
Using strong or harsh soaps. The lightbulb finally clicked on.
I've dialed back the number of showers, the heat of the showers, started using a moisturizing soap.
I started using a conditioner in my hair, even if I hadn't washed it because it gets so dry and brittle.
My dad is 95 and all this rings very true! 😮

@lkearney7299 1 month ago

It's easy to be lazy and not bother with these things, letting things slip and probably the start of a downward spiral, but it's important for the mind as well as hygeine to maintain a routine.

@oldroscoe2590 1 month ago

77 year live alone'er. Oh yeah, I watch videos like this to learn and remind myself to do the things I ought to be doing. Getting old isn't for sissies but it's a lot easier and more fun if you take care of yourself. Nutrition, normal BMI, exercise, mental activities/social stuff.... blah blah blah, just do it, enjoy the day and get along with life. A should be easy to do little exercise, pratice laying and getting up off the floor, EVERYDAY.