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3 Things You Need to Know About Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s Disease affects more than one million people in the United States. Estimates indicate that between 50,000 and 60,000 new cases are diagnosed each year, affecting more men than women. It is a difficult disease to diagnose as the early…
10 Best Ways to Safely Travel with Your Older Parents (& Avoid Hassles)
Ever had a difficult travelling experience before with your senior parent? Learn how to avoid the headaches with what to do before, during and after you travel. Avoid the Headaches of Traveling and Make it Much Easier on Your Senior…
In Home Care Costs: The Expenses & Benefits of Home Care Services
When investigating long term care options, it may be difficult to decide what will be best for your family. Some options, like moving an aging loved one into a residential care facility require making big lifestyle changes. Many families feel…
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…
