Cholesterol Control vs. Increased Fatigue: A Difficult Choice for Seniors and Their Families Simvastatin and pravastatin are two very popular cholesterol-lowering drugs, used by many people to combat their risk for heart trouble. But a new study strongly suggests that…
Daily stretching exercise routine for the elderly at an old age home It would be hard to exaggerate the significance of the role played by the diminutive, unassuming little gland at the base of your neck called the thyroid. The…
Portrait of happy senior woman fastening seat belt before driving a car. Most seniors in Olive Branch and elsewhere would prefer to keep driving indefinitely because it’s a key factor in maintaining their independence. When a senior can no longer drive…
For home health care in Vista to be successful, it obviously needs the support of family, friends, and especially seniors’ regular doctors. Doctors who help seniors should have a thorough understanding of the special challenges they face and the best…
Enjoying winter holidays. Portrait of joyful senior woman drinking mulled wine with pleasure. She is standing on street and smiling. Copy space The holiday season can be depressing for some seniors, especially those who have lost their partners. At that…
Argentinian senior friends celebrating birthday of their male friend, standing around him, smiling and embracing at home National Family Caregivers Month will run from November 1st through the 30th this year in Everett and elsewhere, and it’s a great time to…
Soldier in uniform and doctor shaking hands with national flag on background – United States On November 11th of this year, we will celebrate Veterans Day in Stanwood and elsewhere around the country. The purpose of the day is to honor and…
The miracles of medical technology have saved the lives of millions of people over the years, and perhaps none of these are as awe-inspiring as the devices that regulate heart activity. It is not uncommon any more for in-home caregivers…
From Medscape Medical News > Psychiatry Poor Dental Health Linked to Dementia Onset By Deborah Brauser April 13, 2012 — Poor dental health has been linked to an increased risk for dementia, new research shows. In a study of more than 4000 elderly…
Did you know that choosing to engage an in-home caregiver in Escondido instead of enrolling your loved one in a nursing home could improve their health? In a poignant article that appeared on the New York Times’ website last month,…