Many older europeans choose to move into some form of senior housing. But each year more and more choose to stay in their homes. It’s not a black-and-white choice, and whatever arrangement you choose, home care can dramatically expand your…
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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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The human body is designed to be active. There’s no reason for physical activity to stop as the aging process occurs. Especially in the case of those who have balance problems, maintaining a good level of physical exercise is crucial.…
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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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Once you’re into your 60s there becomes a lot more to worry about, and you need to take things more seriously if you want to keep your health. Look at falling, for example: each year millions of seniors take a…
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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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What is it about Alzheimer’s disease that makes it so difficult to communicate? Odd as it may sound, it is neither the effects of dementia that make talking to a loved one challenging, nor the lack of willingness in either…
