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Tackling Caregiver Stress Before it Becomes too Much
It’s normal to feel overwhelmed and out of control when dealing with another person’s fluctuating health. The stress you feel as a caregiver can be found in many different forms and can have long term effects on your overall health. Recognizing early warning signs will help you manage and overcome…
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Fall Prevention
As our bodies age and change, the risk of falling and incurring a serious injury increases. Each year, one in every three adults ages 65 or older has a serious fall, with more than 2 million people treated in emergency rooms for fall-related injuries. Along with the pain and impact…
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Knee & Ankle Pain
The Facts Over the course of our lives, our knees and ankles are under constant assault from everyday movement. It may not seem like much, but years’ worth of walking, running and basic activity can leave a painful, cumulative mark on the joints and bones in these areas. For athletes…
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Getting Around in Winter Weather
1. Avoid Slips and Falls Icy, snowy roads and sidewalks make it easy for anyone to slip and fall. Often times these falls can cause major injuries such as hip and wrist fractures, head trauma, and major cuts. “Unfortunately, falls are a common occurrence for senior citizens, especially during the…
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Living with Incontinence
Most people treat incontinence, or having problems controlling when to go to the bathroom or the ability to “hold it in,” as an embarrassing, guarded secret. For many, the first time it happens is confusing and isn’t always in an ideal setting. However, incontinence is a widespread condition with a…
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Immune System Boosters for Seniors
Flu season typically ranges from October to May in the United States and can affect individuals from any age group. Symptoms can be mild or severe and typically last from one to two weeks. Although most cases do not induce serious problems, there is a greater risk for those who…