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A caregiver sits at a table with an older person with high blood pressure and takes a reading with a cuff.Blog
High Blood Pressure Causes, Symptoms, & Management Tips
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with high blood pressure, also called hypertension, you’re not alone. This chronic condition affects nearly half of U.S. adults and more than 70% of...
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A senior man with migraines is comforted by his caretakerBlog
Chronic Headaches: Causes, Symptoms, & Prevention
When headaches are chronic, it can be hard for you or your loved one to work, socialize, exercise, read, or engage in other meaningful activities without treatment. Constant or frequently recurring...
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Senior woman sits indoors in front of fan to cool down during heatwaveBlog
Heat Exhaustion: How to Prevent Overheating in the Summer
Heat exhaustion is one of the most common heat-related illnesses during the summer months. It can affect people of any age, but older adults can be at higher risk. This is because the body becomes...
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A woman holds a magnifying glass while looking at a senior woman's shoulder for signs of skin cancer.Blog
Skin Cancer Prevention for Seniors: Signs, Causes, & Protective Tips
Spending time outdoors can be a great way for seniors to get fresh air and exercise. But long-term sun exposure can lead to skin cancer, one of the most common cancers.That's why it's...
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A skilled nurse caregiver uses a penlight to examine an older woman's pupils as they sit in her living room. Sudden vision changes or sudden numbness in the face can be a sign of a stroke.Blog
Understanding Strokes: Warning Signs, Prevention Tips, & Senior Care
A stroke occurs when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked, preventing it from getting vital nutrients and oxygen. It is a major health concern for older adults because stroke risk increases...
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A caregiver helps with senior food cravings by bringing healthy groceries to an older person in her home.Blog
Senior Food Cravings: What They Mean & How to Manage Them
Although food cravings in older adults can be normal, they can sometimes signal an underlying health problem or nutritional deficiency. It can be especially worrisome if you or your loved one has a...
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A caregiver kneels and holds hands with a senior sitting on the couch in his living room as they discuss alcohol use and dependency in seniors.Blog
Alcohol Use & Dependency in Seniors: A Guide for Families
Your normally cheerful father has become grumpier lately—and more forgetful. You wonder what’s going on. Is it stress? Early cognitive changes? Alcohol use could be playing a role...
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A senior woman in a wheelchair extends her leg for her in-home caregiver to massage while discussing circulation issues.Blog
How Seniors Can Address Common Circulation Issues & Improve Blood Flow
Circulation issues can show up in late adulthood, with reduced blood flow leading to cold hands and feet and symptoms like swelling and fatigue. During the aging process, poor circulation can be...
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Senior woman checks blood sugar levels with a glucose monitor.Blog
Understanding Diabetes: Causes, Risk Factors, Treatment, & Prevention
Have you or a senior loved one been diagnosed with diabetes or prediabetes? Although diabetes is a fairly common disease, you may have questions about what causes it, how to reduce the risk of...
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An older woman operates an exercise machine while a physical therapist stands nearby. Elderly weight fluctuations can be a reason for concern.Blog
What to Know About Elderly Weight Fluctuations
Have you or your loved one gained or lost a few pounds recently? It’s normal for weight to fluctuate slightly with age. However, a significant, noticeable change could indicate an underlying...