Every year, National Senior Health and Fitness Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday in May, a day when organizations around the country encourage seniors to adopt healthy habits. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the program and it’s estimated that more…
Women in the United States live longer than men - the majority live into their 80s. Many women age well and experience good health, but it depends in large part on having the proper preventive health screenings and practicing healthy…
Perhaps the most powerful reason for seniors to walk was published in an article in American Family Physician. The authors stated: “Regular exercise and/or increased aerobic fitness are associated with a decrease in all-cause mortality and morbidity in middle aged…
There are several reasons why seniors may have worse oral health than their children and why they need more oral healthcare in later years. Many seniors grew up at a time when water fluoridation and dental fluoride treatments were not…
We all know that stress contributes to poor health, yet it can seem nearly impossible to control. Stress is especially risky for seniors. Although some may wonder how stress can increase during one’s retirement years, the fact is that isolation,…
It’s common for seniors to experience sleep disturbances. The National Sleep Foundation says that 44 percent of older persons experience insomnia “at least a few nights per week or more”. The side effects of not sleeping well are more serious…
There are three eye conditions that pose special risks for seniors; cataracts, glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration. Some have no early symptoms and can rob sight before the senior knows the disease exists. Others can blur vision, making daily activities…
A healthy heart is the foundation of a healthy life and good health, especially for seniors. It is especially important to know how to live a heart healthy life given the rate of heart disease in the United States. According…
If you are caring for a senior loved one you may want to know about delirium. It is a medical emergency, yet when it occurs it may be missed as the symptoms can easily be confused with dementia or early…
Seasonal depression affects many seniors. Engaging indoor activities can make the winter more enjoyable and healthy. Depression can increase during the winter months, affecting senior health and quality of life. Indoor activities for seniors can relieve depression. About 6 million…