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According to the American Heart Association, strokes are the leading cause of long-term disability in the United States, and nearly 800,000 Americans have strokes each year. While these cardiac events are devastating, quite a bit can be done to avoid them. Here are a few unusual steps seniors can take…
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Stress can wreak havoc on the health of people of all ages, but it’s especially dangerous for seniors. When combined with preexisting medical conditions, prescription medications, and advancing age, stress can raise the risk for high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar levels, and depression. Here are some ways to lower…
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Maintaining oral health is important for a senior’s overall wellbeing, but it’s often overlooked. You need to stay on top of your aging loved one’s oral health because many conditions common during the senior years can negatively impact the mouth. If left untreated, oral health concerns can lead to bigger…
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Social isolation is a serious problem among the senior population, and many studies have revealed that it can negatively impact almost every aspect of life. When seniors begin to withdraw from the world around them, they increase their risk of depression, generalized anxiety, high blood pressure, obesity, and a variety…
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As soon as the weather starts to warm up, you might want to think about some fun outdoor activities for your aging loved one. The moderate spring months are the perfect time to head outside, socialize, burn a few calories, and soak up a little bit of sunlight. Here’s a…
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Bedbound seniors require special care to make sure all their needs are met when they cannot get up and move around on their own. While some seniors are bedbound temporarily due to an illness or injury, others may be confined to bed for most of the day on a long-term…
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Many seniors are affected by hypertension, or high blood pressure. It’s important that high blood pressure be effectively managed because it can raise the risk for heart attacks and strokes. Here are some ways to lower blood pressure in seniors so their risk factors for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events can…
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Through research, scientists learn more and more about the underlying biological processes that contribute to the development of Alzheimer’s. There’s no way of knowing who will develop the disease. Thus, there’s no way to prevent the onset of Alzheimer’s. However, researchers believe several factors increase the risk of the disease….
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Every year, people around the world make a list of resolutions that could enhance their lives in some way, including their physical and mental health. To stay committed to the resolutions, seniors should choose activities or commitments that are exciting and creative. Take a look at some healthy and fun…
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While almost everyone has experienced balance loss at one time or another, seniors are most at risk. Loss of balance can be the result of serious underlying medical disorders, but it’s often caused by age-related health conditions. Here are some reasons seniors lose their balance and how you can help…
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