Medical Conditions

Why vaccines are essential for senior health and the top 4 recommended vaccines for seniors

Medical Conditions

Prevent Serious Illness with 5 Vaccines for Seniors

Vaccination protects seniors from serious illness Vaccines are a simple, quick, and inexpensive way to protect seniors from serious illness. ...

Affordable eye care for seniors helps them stay independent longer by detecting issues early and preventing falls

Medical Conditions

Affordable Eye Exams for Seniors Prevent Major Vision Loss

Seniors are at higher risk for vision problems The risk of developing serious eye diseases and major vision problems increases...

Find out why bed sores are so deadly, what causes them, and how to detect them before serious damage is done

Medical Conditions

Bed Sores: Causes, Stages, Early Detection

Seniors with limited mobility are at serious risk for bed sores (pressure sores). Spending a significant amount of time sitting...

Seniors might hide incontinence because they’re embarrassed – get 3 tips for recognizing senior incontinence

Medical Conditions

3 Tips for Recognizing Signs of Incontinence in Seniors

Admitting to bathroom accidents can be tough for seniors. They may try to cover it up by hiding signs of...

9 top tips to reduce the stress and mess of incontinence care for seniors

Medical Conditions

Incontinence Care: 9 Tips for Caregivers

Incontinence is stressful for seniors and caregivers Studies have shown that about 50% of older adults have some form of...

Antibiotic resistance is one of the top 10 global public health concerns facing humanity today

Medical Conditions

Four Things You Should Know About Antimicrobial Resistance

Sponsored by Janssen As we get older, our immune system weakens, making it harder for our bodies to clear common...

Seniors can eat safely with 10 dysphagia diet recipes that are easy, tasty, and healthy

Medical Conditions

10 Quick and Easy Dysphagia Diet Recipes for Swallowing Problems

Many seniors have difficulty swallowing food or liquids. This condition is called dysphagia and can cause serious issues like aspiration...

10 top reasons why seniors may walk with a shuffling gait

Common Aging Conditions / Medical Conditions

10 Reasons Why Seniors Walk With a Shuffling Gait

Don’t ignore a shuffling walk in seniors You might notice that your older adult shuffles or drags their feet when...

Dehydration can cause serious health problems so be alert to symptoms of dehydration in elderly

Medical Conditions

Dehydration in Seniors: An Often-Overlooked Health Risk

Dehydration is dangerous for senior health Drinking enough water is important for everyone, but especially for older adults who are...

Brief stroke-like symptoms means seniors may have had a TIA, or mini stroke

Medical Conditions

TIA Is a Warning Sign of Stroke and Vascular Dementia

A TIA is a mini stroke If your older adult suddenly feels odd or acts strangely, even for a few...

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