It feels like chest pain. It comes with dizziness and trembling. Hands or feet feel like they’re going numb. Perhaps fear of imminent death occurs. These are just a few of the symptoms of a panic attack. This condition is…
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It’s called the love gene. That’s because the people who have it are some of the most loving and affectionate beings you’ll ever meet. Individuals who suffer from Down syndrome are born, according to WebMD, with an additional chromosome (‘bundles…
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We all know that an active lifestyle and regular exercise are the secret to a longer, healthier life thanks to the various media outlets that bombard us on all fronts with information about active aging. While the emphasis placed on…
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Despite nearly 90 percent of seniors wishing to age in place peacefully, many are unaware of the dangers that threaten their ability to do so. This doesn’t mean burglars or thugs but instead safety hazards such as mobility limitations, vision,…
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Due to the countless advertisements depicting medical alert systems as devices used primarily – or even exclusively – for the protection of the elderly, people often do not recognize just how useful they can be in various other situations. But…
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Aging in place is the dream of practically every older adult. Being able to maintain their independence during their golden years is not just a true testament of their strength, but it’s also a crucial element that determines their overall…
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As many Baby Boomers are discovering, caring for aging parents is not an easy undertaking. This is due in part to aging relatives that are unwilling or unable to age gracefully, either because they ignore it or refuse to make…
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It doesn’t take a scientist to know that pets make humans feel good; anyone who’s ever stroked a dog’s fur or felt a cat’s thrumming purr knows this. Science can, however, tell us how and why pets can be therapeutic.…
