As we get older, our physique and overall appearance begin to change. We develop wrinkles around the eyes, fine lines across the forehead; our once-full head of hair is now thinning and gray. Aging is a fact of life, but there is good reason to embrace the effects of aging and find the beauty within [...]
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Senior Health
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My mother turns 65 years young in January, and I’ve been having a heckuva time choosing the perfect birthday present. She’s a simple woman who enjoys simple pleasures; give her a hot cup of coffee and a good book, and she’s as happy as a clam. But there’s only so many times I can bring [...]
A commitment to healthy living is beneficial for anyone, regardless of age. The elderly, with their tendencies towards illness and injury, are particularly vulnerable to the negative effects of the environment and lifestyle, thus necessitating knowledge of heart healthy foods and diet behaviors.
There are a number of options for healthy eating both at the home [...]
If you love winter vacations and all the opportunities that winter sports have to offer, you’re in good hands. Winter sports are a possibility in many places around the world. While it might not be practical for you to get away to the Alps, the following areas are affordable and slightly [...]
“Where on earth did I put my gold earrings?” Alzheimer’s continues to manifest in populations of the elderly at increasing rates, posing problems for caretakers and family members related to long-term care. The crumbling mental state of an Alzheimer’s patient and their tendency to experience collateral physical afflictions is a frightening combination of variables for [...]
Innovations in telecommunication and wireless technology have pushed medical treatment well into the advent of a new era. Beginning with the burgeoning field of remote, robotic surgery and medical imaging, physicians are now capable of treating and monitoring their patients without necessitating their physical presence. Diagnosing patients through video-calls and remotely monitored physical exams are [...]
