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Useful Physical Fitness Tips for Seniors
Sep 14, 2016
Physical fitness is important for your entire life. People of all ages should always do whatever they can to remain energetic and fit as a fiddle. If you're committed to the idea of remaining strong, active and lively well into your golden years, there are many things you can do on a day-to-day basis. It doesn't matter if you're a...
Read MoreHow to Ease The Transition to Assisted Living
Sep 13, 2016
When you have to make the decision to take an elderly family member to an assisted living facility, you might have concerns about whether the person will adjust well or if it will take some time. With most people, it does take a while to adjust to being in new surroundings and around new people. They are no longer in a home that they have likely...
Read More5 Unexpected Signs of Dementia
Sep 13, 2016
If it seems like you forget things easily or you aren't sure where you place something in the home, then you might be experiencing early signs of dementia. There are some people who think that leaving items laying around the home and not remembering where they are is something that is done because of being too tired or having other things on...
Read MoreNeighborhood Support May Help Stroke Survival for Seniors
Sep 13, 2016
When someone has a stroke, it often alters the way that they walk and talk. They sometimes lose the ability to provide the care for themselves that they need in order to stay at home alone. This is when the neighborhood can step in to help. If everyone in the community helps to clean the home of the stroke survivor, prepare meals during the week...
Read MoreThe Dangers of Electric Fans to Seniors
Sep 13, 2016
Extreme heat and humidity can be dangerous for anyone, but elderly people are particularly susceptible to heat-related illnesses. Because older people do not sweat as much as younger people do in hot weather, their bodies lack the natural cooling effect that sweat produces. A new study found evidence that the lack of sweat that is common in senior...
Read MoreSun Damage - What You Need To Know
Jul 14, 2016
Many people lay out in the sun for long periods of time in order to get a tan. They prefer the appearance of darker skin. It improves their confidence and self-esteem. You will pay a very high price if you decide to tan your skin on a regular basis. It is important to understand why your skin becomes a darker color when you are out in the sun for...
Read MoreEverything You Need To Know About Vitamins
Jul 14, 2016
There's a lot of misinformation floating around about vitamins--especially when it comes to taking supplements. While it's possible to get the recommended daily dose of most vitamins through diet alone, the fact of the matter is that most people can benefit from adding at least a few vitamin supplements to their diets. At the same time,...
Read MoreRehabilitation Plan Post Heart Attack
Jul 14, 2016
A heart attack is not the death sentence it once was. While it is a life-threatening and life-changing, medical condition, many survive a heart attack and go on to live healthy and long lives. The chances are higher than ever that one can survive a heart attack and undergo a complete rehabilitation, though factors such as age and overall health of...
Read MoreBlood Clot Prevention
May 9, 2016
You Can Prevent Harmful Blood ClotsA blood clot in a vein located inside a muscle, also known as deep vein thrombosis, can cause a number of symptoms like swelling, pain and tenderness. However, many people with these blood clots experience no symptoms at all. As a preventable condition, it is important to understand the risk factors involved and...
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