Experts agree that older adults can gain tremendous benefits from low-impact workouts, including better sleep, reduced anxiety, and a lowered risk of serious illnesses like heart disease, Type II diabetes, and depression.
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Seniors and Driving: Tips to Keeping Seniors Safer On the Road
As a person ages, their health and wellbeing can deteriorate in ways that make operating a vehicle more difficult. Here are some commonly asked questions and answers about seniors and driving.
6 Tips for Caring for an Aging Loved One
As a caregiver, it’s important to care for yourself as well as for your loved one. Follow these six key tips to improve the quality of care.
7 Tips for Safely Celebrating with Family this Holiday Season
There are ways that you can still celebrate with family without exposure and risk to your health.
Fun Fall Vacations for the (COVID) Cautious
According to recent reports, if you’re following safety protocols like mask-wearing and frequent hand washing, you can participate in low-risk travel activities include camping, tennis, outdoor dining, walking, biking, golfing, going to a museum, and walking through a downtown.
The Dangers of Obesity in Seniors
As the aging population continues to soar in the U.S., so does the prevalence of obesity among these senior citizens. With the number of people aged 65 and above expected to double in 2050, the necessary interventions must be made to address obesity among seniors.
Hot Weather Tips for Seniors to Avoid Injury and Illness
Here are tips on how to avoid common heat-related hazards, according to public health and National Institute on Aging (NIA) experts.
4 Sun Safety Tips for Seniors
No matter your age, it is very important to take precautions against the sun. Here are a few ways you can keep yourself safe from the sun.
Helpful Tools for Those Living with Parkinson’s Disease
These devices help those living with Parkinson’s disease to navigate everyday living activities that pose challenges to them.
Seizure Warning Signs: What Happens Before A Seizure?
Having a medical alert device can make for a more comprehensive seizure action plan, and can help you feel more secure, no matter when—or where—seizure warning signs hit.