Impacting 30 million individuals in the United States alone, osteoarthritis is a debilitating and painful condition that results due to the wearing away of cartilage, …Read More
Category:Senior Health
Understanding Chronic Fatigue Syndrome in Older Adults
March 13, 2020
Feelings of exhaustion may seem as though they are a regular occurrence for a few us. The alarm goes off too early, the busyness of …Read More
Senior Isolation Statistics Show the Importance of Socialization for Older Adults
February 28, 2020
Senior isolation statistics show an ever-increasing and very serious epidemic in the United States. As many as 33% of all the elderly live alone, and …Read More
Nutrition for the Elderly: Making Healthy Food Choices on a Budget
February 20, 2020
We all know the importance of adhering to a healthy and balanced diet, yet knowing and doing are commonly worlds apart. For seniors, it’s much …Read More
Protein Benefits the Aging Body and Helps Seniors Recover Faster
February 6, 2020
Pass the cheese, please! Recent studies are showing the importance of a protein-rich diet for the elderly, notably during occasions of anxiety, for instance 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
Doctors Prescribing Antibiotics Can Lead to Drug-Resistant Diseases that Impact Seniors
November 26, 2019
The days of doctors prescribing antibiotics unnecessarily are over, or soon will be. According to the CDC, an astounding two million people each year are …Read More
Learn How Having a Thankful Attitude Can Have Senior Health Benefits
November 1, 2019
They say there’s always something to be grateful for, and this time of the year, more than any other, emphasizes the need for us to …Read More
Elder Fraud and Abuse Can Happen to Anyone. Take These Steps to Keep Your Loved Ones Safe
October 3, 2019
It breaks our hearts to listen to stories on the news of vulnerable older adults who’ve endured mistreatment and abuse, and maybe it seem as …Read More
Disaster Preparedness Plans to Help Seniors in Case of an Emergency
September 27, 2019
Tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes, and various other natural disasters develop quickly, and although it’s crucial for all of us to have an emergency plan set up, …Read More