According to a recent study by the American Journal of Public Health, two-thirds of people 65 and older need help to perform activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, eating, getting out of bed or a chair, walking and … [Read more...]
Our Thirteen Most-Read Articles of 2013
From the sticker shock of long-term care to court cases involving filial responsibility, we covered a lot of ground in 2013. It was a year that included a 5.2 percent sequester and the release of a new DSM-5 manual that changed … [Read more...]
Can You Actually Die of Boredom?
Patients in a nursing home or rehabilitation facility are often limited in their mobility as well as in their contact with the outside world, which can often cause feelings of isolation or depression. Spending long days watching … [Read more...]
Ask the Expert: Conflicting Information About Medicare and the ACA
Q. A few days ago, in an article by Oscar Garcia of the Social Security Administration, I read that "People who have Medicare coverage are not affected by the Affordable Care Act." In my own personal experience, I don't think he … [Read more...]
Tips for Less Stress During Mental Wellness Month
Mental and emotional well-being is essential to overall health. Positive mental health enables people to cope with the stresses of life, to live life to the fullest with a positive attitude, and to feel active and connected. This … [Read more...]
Unusual Alternatives for Disposing of Your Body After Death
When most people think of what happens to their bodily remains after death, a traditional funeral and casket burial are what typically come to mind, with cremation being an increasingly preferred alternative to traditional burial … [Read more...]
Good Dental Hygiene Can Help Prevent Alzheimer’s
When you go to the dentist, does the hygienist tell you to floss more often? Now there is more reason to listen, as a recent British study suggests that the bacteria from gum disease contributes to Alzheimer’s disease. The study, … [Read more...]
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