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Safe Driving for Older Adults
Many of us have had to go through the difficult discussion with a loved one that may not be able to drive safely due to age. While they may now know it, changes in health, including medical conditions or injuries, also may impact their driving skills. To learn more about the different factors that can…
Read More5 Tips for Exercising Safely in Cold Weather
If you have a fitness routine that involves working out in the outdoors, it can be a real challenge when the seasons change and the temperatures outside are frigid. It’s important to get physical exercise daily, but doing so safely when outdoors is key. For helpful tips from the National Institute on Aging on how…
Read MoreCommunicating With Someone Who Has Alzheimer’s Disease
For those with a loved one battling dementia or Alzheimer’s everyday communications can be a challenge. Your loved one may have difficulty finding the right words, keeping their thoughts on track or avoiding getting distracted easily. The National Institute on Aging has put together some very important tips for how to cope with these types…
Read MoreTingling Hands? Painful Feet? 7 Warning Signs of Neuropathy You Should Never Ignore
Do you ever experience pain or strange sensations in your feet? If so, you’re not alone! For some, a simple blood test can reveal the cause to be high blood pressure and the advent of a common complication of diabetes called peripheral neuropathy. AARP has shared a wonderful article with symptoms you should never ignore.…
Read MoreWhat to Know About Two New Alzheimer’s Drugs
Big news from the medical science community regarding two drugs that may be able to modestly slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease for some patients. The two drugs are Leqembi (lecanemab) and Kisunla (donanemab), and someday they might prevent cognitive decline entirely in people whose brains show signs of disease, but who don’t yet have…
Read MoreA Good Night’s Sleep
The benefits of a good night’s sleep are many. It helps us stay healthy, alert and active. But as we age, getting good sleep can become a challenge. The National Institute on Aging has put together a helpful article showing the impact of poor sleep and some steps you can take to improve your chances…
Read MoreThe 5 Worst Mistakes Grandparents Can Make with Money
If you’re a grandparent, one of your greatest joys comes from spoiling your grandchildren. However, if you plan to give them cash, gifts or investments, there are many things to consider, including your own financial situation. AARP has put together some helpful steps grandparents can take to avoid the common financial mistakes. To read the story,…
Read More10 Worst Habits for Your Heart
Did you know that while there are many factors in our daily lives that can increase our risk of heart disease, there are also a number of ways to prevent the disease and even reverse its impact in some cases? AARP has put together a great list of 10 habits to avoid if you are…
Read MoreHow Well Are You Aging?
What would you say if you found out that standing on one leg could be a really important test of how well you are aging? Researchers from Mayo Clinic have found that the one-legged balance test — especially on the nondominant leg — showed the highest rate of decline with age. To learn more about…
Read MoreTaking Care of Your Teeth and Mouth
Healthy teeth and gums are important to your health and well being no matter your age! Thanks to advances in oral health research, it’s easier than ever before to keep your teeth and gums healthy as you age. To learn more about some common issues impacting your oral hygiene, and how to clean your teeth…
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