Everyone knows how important it is to be active for our physical health, but researchers are now discovering many more far-reaching benefits – namely, a …Read More
Category: Senior Health
Unnecessary Prescriptions of Antibiotics for Seniors Puts Them at Risk for Drug-Resistant Disease
November 26, 2019
The days of visiting the doctor for a routine antibiotic are over, or should be soon. As reported by the CDC, an astounding 2 million …Read More
Increase Holiday Enjoyment for Seniors by Helping Those with Dementia Feel Safe
November 20, 2019
Coping with dementia is difficult on any given day, but add in the disruptions to routine, extra visitors, decorations, and noise, and you may have …Read More
Fostering an Attitude of Gratefulness for Improved Senior Health
November 1, 2019
They say there’s always something to be grateful for, and this time of the year, much more than any other, drives home the need for …Read More
Scams Targeting Seniors: What to Watch For
October 18, 2019
We’re all overloaded with those irritating robocalls and unwanted telemarketer solicitations, and while it may seem simple enough to prevent falling prey to a scammer, …Read More
Keeping Seniors Safe from Elder Abuse with a Few Easy Steps
October 3, 2019
It breaks our hearts to hear stories in the news of vulnerable seniors who’ve suffered mistreatment and abuse, and perhaps it seems like it’s something …Read More
Emergency Preparedness for Older Adults: Proactive Tips in Case of a Natural Disaster
September 27, 2019
Tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes, and other natural disasters arise quickly, and while it’s crucial for all of us to have an emergency plan set up, it’s …Read More
The Flu Facts You Need to Know to Keep Seniors Safe
September 20, 2019
Far from just sniffles and a cough, the flu can strike seniors hard. With a compromised immune system, individuals over age 65 are particularly at …Read More
Benefits of Continuing Education for Older Adults
August 24, 2019
Walk into virtually any store at this time of the year and you’ll be overwhelmed with displays of sale-priced school bags, pencils, notebooks, and lunchboxes …Read More
The Latest Recommended Vaccines for Seniors
August 9, 2019
In spite of an elevated emphasis from the medical community about the need for vaccines for seniors, a considerable percentage are still not heeding the …Read More