Anyone who’s taken prescription medicine is aware that it usually includes an extensive listing of potential negative effects to watch for. Although prescriptions are, obviously, …Read More
Category: Senior Health
Hearing Problems in Seniors: Signs, Causes, and How to Cope
April 17, 2020
Isolated. Misunderstood. Excluded. These are just some of the many emotions which are prevalent in those with hearing loss, who find it hard to continue …Read More
Traumatic Brain Injuries in the Elderly Are a Growing Concern
April 10, 2020
When you think about a traumatic brain injury (TBI), your first thought may be a sports-related accident, such as a football player crashing head-first into …Read More
Risk Factors, Treatment Options and Tips for Osteoarthritis Management
March 27, 2020
Impacting 30 million of us within the United States alone, osteoarthritis is a debilitating and painful condition that results from the wearing away of cartilage, …Read More
How to Combat Extreme Fatigue Symptoms in the Elderly
March 13, 2020
Feelings of exhaustion may seem to be an everyday event for some of us. The alarm goes off too early, the demands of everyday life …Read More
The Importance of Socialization: Lonely Seniors Are at Risk for Mental and Physical Health Issues
February 28, 2020
Lonely seniors are a growing and very serious epidemic in the United States. As many as a third of all elderly persons live alone, and …Read More
Senior Nutrition: Making Healthy Food Choices on a Budget
February 20, 2020
We know the importance of adhering to a healthy and balanced diet; however, knowing and doing are often worlds apart. For aging parents, it is …Read More
Recommended Protein Intake for Seniors Leads to Stronger Muscles and Bones
February 6, 2020
Pass the cheese, please! Current studies are showing the significance of a protein-rich diet for cherished older adults, notably during occasions of anxiety, particularly when …Read More
Get Moving! How Physical Activity Can Increase Cognitive Function in Seniors
January 8, 2020
We know how important it is to remain active for our physical health, but research is now discovering even more far-reaching rewards – namely, a …Read More
Proper Use of Antibiotics in Elderly Helps Guard Against Drug-Resistant Disease
November 26, 2019
The days of visiting a health care provider for a standard antibiotic are over, or will soon be. According to the CDC, an astounding two …Read More