In the warmest time of the year, keeping up with proper hydration is essential, especially for older adults. As a matter of fact, close to …Read More
Category: Senior Health
Summer Safety for Seniors
June 26, 2020
The longer days of summer mean more time for swimming, family cookouts, gardening, and all of those other delightful seasonal pursuits. However, it also means …Read More
What Are the Exposure Risks forMesothelioma?
June 18, 2020
Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that develops after being exposed to a toxic substance called asbestos. Many people were unknowingly exposed to asbestos for the majority …Read More
Hearing Loss in Seniors: Signs, Causes, and How to Cope
April 17, 2020
Isolated. Misunderstood. Left out. These are simply a few of the numerous emotions that are common in people with hearing loss, who find it difficult …Read More
Traumatic Brain Injuries Are a Growing Concern Among Older Adults
April 10, 2020
When you think about a traumatic brain injury (TBI), your first thought is probably a sports-related accident, such as a football player crashing head-first into …Read More
Older Adults and Osteoarthritis: Risk Factors and Management Tips
March 27, 2020
Impacting 30 million people in the United States alone, osteoarthritis is a debilitating and painful condition that results because of the wearing away of cartilage, …Read More
Understanding the Causes of Extreme Fatigue in the Elderly
March 13, 2020
Feelings of exhaustion can seem as though they are a regular occurrence for some of us. The alarm goes off too early, the busyness of …Read More
Combating Social Isolation and Loneliness in Seniors
February 28, 2020
Senior isolation is a growing and very dangerous epidemic in the United States. As many as 1/3 of all older adults live alone, and for …Read More
Nutrition for Older Adults: Making Healthy Food Choices on a Budget
February 20, 2020
Everyone knows the importance of proper nutrition for older adults; however, knowing and doing are sometimes worlds apart. As people age, it’s even more crucial …Read More
The Link Between Protein and Aging in The Recovery of the Senior Body
February 6, 2020
Pass the cheese, please! Recent research studies are highlighting the link between protein and aging and the necessity of a protein-rich diet for the elderly. …Read More