Various lifestyle and health factors can increase a senior’s stroke risk. However, your elderly loved one can take steps to address health conditions and make lifestyle choices that reduce his or her stroke risk. Here are some of the common causes of strokes and how your loved one can prevent…
Alzheimer’s disease is a degenerative brain condition that causes aging people to slowly lose cognitive function. There’s quite a bit of information about the later stages of Alzheimer’s, but little is known about what causes the disease in the first place. Scientists from Moscow State University and King’s College London…
Surgical procedures can cause varying levels of trauma to the body, requiring time for healing. However, older adults can speed the healing process by eating foods that are rich in essential nutrients. Here are some of the most nutritious foods to help seniors recover after surgery. 1.Lean Meats Seniors who…
Losing balance and falling can be a scary experience. Falls can result in fractures, broken limbs, or head injuries. Falling can be risky for anyone, but especially for seniors who have osteoporosis or brittle bones that break easily. Treatment for fractures or broken bones can require lengthy hospitalization and rehabilitation….
From an increased risk of developing arthritis to reflexes that are a bit slower, there are many not-so-pleasant ways aging impacts the body. Digestion, which is the process of converting food into usable energy, can be similarly affected. The silver lining here is that there are some things seniors can…
Telehealth services are an option your senior loved one can use to avoid having to spend too much time in public healthcare environments. Being able to get a health issue diagnosed over the phone or computer also gives your loved one an easier way to boost his or her wellbeing…
The National Stroke Association reports up to 25 percent of stroke survivors experience second strokes. To recover from the first event and prevent another, seniors must adhere to certain habits. By adopting healthier lifestyles, seniors can reduce their risk of second strokes significantly. Take Medications as Recommended The variety of…
Family members are often eager to step up to care for their senior loved ones. While they may start off full of energy, they soon find they feel more tired than they imagined was possible. Caregiver fatigue can have several causes, and each one has a solution to help you…
Aging in place gives seniors the opportunity to remain at home as they get older instead of going to a nursing home or assisted living facility. However, it’s important for their homes to be as safe as possible. Caregivers can make it easier for their senior loved ones to age…
Mobility issues encompass a wide range of changes in how well a senior can move around. Some seniors have mild challenges with mobility that might include being unable to step over objects in their paths, while others may not be able to walk at all. Helping seniors overcome these issues…