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Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Blood Pressure
Click here to download the Questions About Blood Pressure PDF.Questions To Ask Your Doctor About Blood Pressure If you’re like many, you’re probably used to answering your doctor&rsquo...
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7 Healthy Foods to Eat to Promote Senior Nutrition
Let's face it, snacking throughout the day can be just as important for your health as eating the proper meals. According to a Redbook magazine article, dietitian Rachel Beller said that...
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Your Guide to Long-Distance Caregiving
Whether it’s an elderly parent, aging family member, or disabled loved one, being a family caregiver can be difficult—even more so if you don’t live close by. Managing your loved...
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Your Guide to Helping a Loved One with Asthma
Whether it impacts a child, an adult, or a senior, asthma can be a stressful condition for families and caregivers to navigate. Since asthma attacks can come out of nowhere and sometimes be severe,...
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How Family Caregivers Can Overcome the Loss of a Loved One
Losing a loved one can be devastating for family caregivers. The emotions you experience after this loss can be complex, especially if you were providing caregiver support for a family member with...
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What Are Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)?
As you age, basic personal care tasks—or activities of daily living (ADLs)—can become more difficult. Age, illness and injuries can also affect your ability to perform these activities...
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Dealing with Depression in Seniors
One of the most common mental health issues found in aging adults is depression. Depression continues to grow at an alarming rate, and one in ten Americans suffers from the illness. According to...
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Is it Alzheimer's, Dementia or Just Aging?
Many people find it difficult to distinguish between aging and disease, which can often be stressful and scary. Here are some helpful tips to guide you through the process:Someone with Alzheimer...
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Your Comprehensive Guide to Elderly Fall Prevention
According to the National Council on Aging (NCOA), 1 in 4 older adults believe a fall “won’t happen to them.” Yet the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports...