Often, caregivers and older adults have very different concerns. But one thing everyone’s equally concerned about – or should be – is falling in older adults, and how to minimize it. What you might not realize, though, is that...
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For children, visiting their grandparents can be a lot of fun. It can also be a bit daunting, especially if they don’t live nearby and the visits are occasional. Whether your visits are like the former or the latter,...
Let’s face it. When most of us think about getting older, our minds tend to gravitate toward the less appealing aspects of age. But there are perks that come with age, too. Like senior discounts. There are a lot...
Finding a new primary physician is never easy. And really, considering the role your doctor plays in your life, it shouldn’t be. As the years pass, your doctor will play an even more prominent role in your life than...
Time was when people went straight to painkillers to deal with chronic pain. But the opioid crisis changed all that. While painkillers are still widely used, more and more people are looking for chronic pain management solutions besides medication....
According to the National Council on Aging, falls are the number one cause of injury in older adults. As a matter of fact, one in four Americans aged 65 and up falls every year. One of the things that...
For seniors, staying active safely can be a challenge no matter what the weather. But when the thermometer starts heading north of 80°, the challenge doubles. How can you take precautions against injury, beware of dehydration and heat stroke...
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease – or COPD – is a chronic, progressive lung disease that includes emphysema, chronic bronchitis, incurable asthma and more. While each of these conditions has its own unique symptoms, the common denominator is that they...
Once upon a time, dentures were one of the hallmarks of age. But that was then and this is now. Today, advances in dentistry and in everyday tools like toothbrushes, toothpaste and dental floss mean that are people are...
Outdoor weddings, graduations, barbecues, trips with family or with your community…summer brings a lot of outdoor events and you want to look your best. So you spend time and effort on your makeup – and two hours in (if...