What do you think of when you think about the holidays? Most of us think of good times with family and friends, parties, great food,
Everyone seems to know when the flu season arrives, but does everyone realize how important flus shots are for the elders in our community? The
It is time to dispel all myths and misconceptions about lung cancer with some little known facts. The first fact is that each year more
Today is almost a flashback to the 40’s and early 50’s in that there are more intergenerational households than there have been in a long
It is often surprising to young people how often a new retiree becomes anxious or depressed. As the young see it, after working hard all their adult lives, retirement should be a happy goal achieved. Unfortunately, the reality is that when that retirement day does finally arrive, the retiree looks at his situation and asks, “Who am I, and what do I do with the rest of my life?”
It is so easy to slip into sadness and seclusion when a spouse, close friend or pet dies. But, it doesn’t have to be that way. It isn’t impossible to build a new and fulfilling social life. Begin with a new attitude and follow these seven tips.
It is almost Autumn and soon the smell of fresh fallen leaves, campfires, and pumpkin spice will be filling the air. The Fall season also brings with it the onset of tricky weather – especially if you walk with some assistance such as a cane or a walker.
The risk of heart disease, including heart attack and stroke, type 2 diabetes, and some types of cancer can be lowered by eating a healthy balanced diet.
In a good news/bad news scenario, our average life spans are longer than ever before, but the longer we live, the more likely it is
What is a wellness visit or an annual physical with the doctor? How do I prepare for it? What should I bring to maximize the
Pets can be very helpful for the elderly. They lower anxiety in people and offer the comfort of companionship. Any person who has seen the
As we get older, our failing health requires us to have to take more and more medication. All of these changes can be confusing and
