From November to January, it’s easy to lose track of our healthy eating routine during family and holiday get-togethers. For individuals with high cholesterol, however, …Read More
Tag: Senior Health
Living With Chronic Kidney Disease: Foods for Healthy Kidney Function
October 16, 2020
While chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects roughly 11% of adult Americans, for the elderly, the frequency rate jumps to nearly 40%. If an older adult …Read More
Seniors and Mental Health: A Growing Concern
October 9, 2020
They are called our “golden years” for good reason; getting older brings with it a wealth of positive benefits, including increased wisdom, the freedom to …Read More
Tips to Help Overcome Pandemic Fatigue in Seniors
September 25, 2020
It’s been over half a year since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The restrictions that have been put in place to emphasize safety can start to …Read More
Management of Urinary Incontinence in the Elderly
September 18, 2020
While common in senior loved ones, urinary incontinence is a challenging condition to handle, impacting everyday life in a variety of ways and frequently leading …Read More
Celebrate Grandparents Day and the Mutual Benefits of Grandparent/Grandchild Relationships
September 11, 2020
As the old saying goes, “What happens at Grandma’s stays at Grandma’s!” Being a grandparent is perhaps one of life’s greatest joys – a way …Read More
Reduce the Risk for Ocular Trauma by Optimizing Eye Health for Seniors
July 31, 2020
Those of us in the age 40+ demographic know how it feels to start to struggle with small print, finding the need to start wearing …Read More
Dehydration in Seniors: Don’t Overlook This Health Risk
July 10, 2020
During the warmest time of the year, maintaining proper hydration is a must, especially for seniors. In fact, close to half of all older adults …Read More
Common Prescription Drugs for the Elderly May Lead to Adverse Side Effects
May 8, 2020
Anyone who’s taken prescription medicine is aware that it usually includes a thorough list of possible adverse reactions to watch for. While prescriptions are, naturally, …Read More
Safety at Home: Tips to Keep Seniors Safe While Aging in Place
April 24, 2020
With the vast majority of older adults choosing to continue to live at home throughout aging, it is essential to perform a comprehensive home assessment …Read More