Exercising As You Age

Everyone’s aging journey is unique.  Sometimes things happen to affect our health that are outside of our control.  Across the board however, the best decision a person can make to preserve and promote good health is to exercise regularly.  Keeping our bodies in motion is absolutely essential in maintaining strength, balance, and daily function.  Physical […]

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What is National Caregivers Day?

  National Caregivers Day is an occasion to celebrate and honor those individuals who help our loved ones live better lives. It especially applies to those caregivers who help our elderly family members who require long-term and hospice care. The third Friday of February is the perfect time to show your appreciation to professional caregivers […]

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Tips to Reduce Holiday Stress for Seniors

  The holidays can be a stressful time for those with even the most rock-solid constitution. Many of us fail to acknowledge the increase in stress levels that the holidays can inflict on senior family members. We arrange trips and visits with family members who don’t otherwise get to spend time with the elders during […]

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PERIODONTAL DISEASE BACTERIA LINKED TO ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE

Periodontal experts stress the importance of gum health in older adults and other at-risk groups CHICAGO – JANUARY 28, 2019 – A recent study has periodontists, experts in the treatment, diagnosis, and prevention of periodontal disease, encouraging patients to maintain gum health in an effort to reduce their Alzheimer’s disease risk. The study, published in the […]

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Breast Cancer Statistics in Older Women

Did you know that breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women? Here’s a troubling statistic about breast cancer in older women – half of all women recently diagnosed with breast cancer are over 60, and a fifth are older than 70, according to Harvard Health . While research continues to make remarkable advances […]

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