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...
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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...
Choosing an assisted living facility – whether for yourself or a loved one – isn’t easy. It involves a huge investment of time, energy, mental space and, if you have to travel, money. While covering every aspect of the...
Everyone likes to have fun. Most people, though, don’t think of fun as being important. That’s a big mistake. No matter how old you are or where you live, taking time to play is crucial for your well-being. And...
As we age, most of us are going to find ourselves making more doctor’s appointments. This can be a drag in the best of situations, but if you can no longer drive – or even if you no longer...
Congestive heart failure is the medical way of saying that the heart isn’t pumping the way it should. It can occur because of a defect, or because the heart has become too weak to do its job. But it...
When purchasing a car, you know to do your homework. The same goes for choosing an assisted living community. But how about buying a walker? Do you know what to look for in a walker? Maybe you figured you’ll...
As an assisted living facility, Wellington Estates is all about providing care for adults in need. What’s interesting, though, is that 15 percent of U.S. citizens are adult caregivers, according to an analysis of the Bureau Labor Statistics’ data...
Choosing an assisted living facility can be daunting. All options seem to offer more of less the same thing, yet they’re so different in character and you can’t afford to choose the wrong place for your loved one. Assuming...