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How Older Adults can Accept, Manage & Live Better with Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease (PD) can cause trouble for older adults. Learn how to accept, manage and live better with this serious disease. Learning to Deal with Parkinson’s Disease Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is not a life threatening disease but that doesn’t mean…
Protecting Your Parent: When Should Seniors Stop Driving?
As seniors age, they may lose the ability to drive safely. According to the CDC, the rate of fatal accidents significantly increases after a driver has reached the age of 70. While many older adults are able to continue driving…
Dangers of GERD and Other Types of Heartburn
In the majority of cases, heartburn is caused by eating foods that are too spicy or high in fat content. However, certain types of heartburn can cause an erosion of the esophagus that can lead to a precancerous condition known…
5 Meaningful Benefits of Companionship for Seniors
We all know that exercise, proper nutrition, and getting enough sleep help us stay healthy as we age. But did you know research shows that social interaction is one of the most important aspects of living a long, healthy life?…
When Older Adults Should Watch Out for Tuberculosis (TB)
Tuberculosis is a deadly disease because it strikes hardest when your immune system is weakest. Find out what is important in the fight against TB. What Causes Tuberculosis (TB) and How to Reduce Your Risk of Developing It Tuberculosis (TB)…
Important Immunizations for Senior Loved Ones
It would be easy to think that once we reach adulthood we are done with immunizations. However, the opposite is true. As we reach our senior years immunizations become just as important as they were when we were children. Protecting…
