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Senior Health

A senior’s physical health impacts the type of long-term care they need. Health challenges can lead to chronic conditions, the need to take medications, mobility issues, and a decline in fine motor skills, among other issues. Any one of these challenges can lead to the need for long-term care or senior care services in some capacity.

These articles cover senior health-related topics to help educate about the intersection of health considerations for older adults and longevity, safety, comfort, and long-term care.

RECENT ADVANCEMENT IN ALZHEIMER’S EARLY DETECTION MAY CHANGE DIAGNOSIS & TREATMENT

September is World Alzheimer’s Month and a time to better understand the complications and difficulties that patients and their caregivers face daily. Additionally, it is an important time to learn more about the significant advancements and findings in global research. The 2020 Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) featured over 33,000 virtual registrants from over 160 […]

Sleep Apnea in Women: Often Misdiagnosed and Undertreated

February is American Health Month as recognized by the American Heart Association. It’s a time to educate people about heart disease, which is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Every year, 1 in 4 deaths is caused by heart disease. The good news is that heart disease can often be prevented when people make healthy choices and manage their health conditions.

Sleep Disruptions Linked to Health Problems

The days may be shorter right now, but darker evenings do not necessarily mean sleep comes more easily.

An Infographic: Choosing Palliative Care or Hospice Care to Manage Pancreatic Cancer

Death is not an easy topic for children and adults alike. There are plenty of critical diseases that leave the question of death hanging in the air. No matter how healthy one may appear, some illnesses are difficult to diagnose, like pancreatic cancer. It’s the fourth leading cause of cancer deaths, leaving a heavy feeling on the patient and their family.

Get Smart on Diabetes in Older Adults

Diabetes is one of those diseases that while serious, has been around for so long, that people may discount its dangers. Unless you have diabetes, or know someone who struggles with it, of course. That’s why it’s good to have a refresher of sorts in November which marks Diabetes Awareness Month.

All Things Pink – Ideas to Raise Awareness for Breast Cancer

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an opportunity to spread awareness about the disease that touches so many. The facts are well known but worth repeating:

Health Reminders for Older Men

All eyes are on fathers later this month as Father’s Day arrives on Sunday, June 16.

The State of Senior Health

America’s Health Rankings® (AHR) recently came out with its 2019 Senior Report that provides a comprehensive look at the health of seniors across the nation on a state-by-state basis.

The State of Seniors Health

America’s Health Rankings® (AHR) recently came out with its 2019 Senior Report that provides a comprehensive look at the health of seniors across the nation on a state-by-state basis.

Tips to Help You Find the Right Doctor for your Aging Family Member

You may think your mom can just see the primary care doctor you’ve had for your family, but that probably isn’t the best decision if your parents are over the age of 65.