Heat stroke can happen fast and it can cause serious medical issues or even death. Seniors and their families should take the threat of heat-related illness very seriously.
The U.S. Senate established July 24th as International Self-Care Day, an awareness day started by the International Self-Care Foundation in 2011.
Your dad’s doctor tested his blood and determined that your dad has diabetes. He needs to take care of his feet, but he’s not sure where to start.
Your dad keeps getting headaches that come and go. You’re worried about it as he’s not one to get headaches.
Are you and your elderly loved one having a difficult time getting along lately? Maybe, it seems like all you do is argue when you are on the phone with them or when you are visiting their home.
Your diet can impact your entire life much more than you may think. You get what you put in your body. When you nourish your body, you will feel better and live longer.
Since your dad died, your mom has been isolated. You stop by as much as you can, but as an only child, you don’t feel you can be with her as much as she needs.
When a person has cataracts, it’s often harder to see at night. Blurred or double vision is typical.
Mental engagement is the best way to slow down the progression of the disease and help seniors retain their cognition for as long as possible.
June is Headache and Migraine Awareness Month and it’s a great time to learn more about how seniors can manage and prevent headaches at home.
