The world's leading cause of blindness, cataracts occur when the lens of the eye becomes clouded. In most cases, lens fibers clump together due to age-related deterioration. Cataracts, however, can develop in younger individuals … [Read more...]
Print This PagePain should never be considered a “normal” part of the aging process
August 18, 2011 by
Pain should never be considered a “normal” part of the aging process. It is a symptom, and can be a sign of a serious problem and should never be left untreated or under-treated. In both cases, the pain can lead to depression, … [Read more...]
Print This PageProfanity, Yoga, and Robots: Fighting Pain
August 18, 2011 by
3 Surprising Pain Remedies:"Profanity, Yoga, and Robots" That felt better. No, I'm not kidding. #3 Profanity:"Scientists from Keele University found that letting . . . foul language can have a powerful painkilling effect, … [Read more...]
Print This PageQuick and Easy Steps to Monitor Medications
August 17, 2011 by
Pills, pills, and more pills. Senior citizens take an average of 6 to 8 prescription medications, herbal supplements, and over-the-counter drugs per day. For some people, it can be an overwhelming responsibility to manage. To … [Read more...]
Print This Page5 Ways to Ease the Burden When Caring for Kids and Aging Parents
August 16, 2011 by
5 Ways to Ease the Burden When Caring for Kids and Aging Parents Did you know we just completed National Sandwich Generation Month? You may have never heard of it before, but if you care for aging parents and young children, … [Read more...]
Print This PageNational Assisted Living Week
August 15, 2011 by
Americans are living longer than ever before. Ultimately, many of us will require nursing home care or assisted living. How many? Studies indicate that one in two women and one in four men will live in a nursing home at some … [Read more...]
Print This PageThink Twice Before Filling Out Back to School Emergency Card
August 10, 2011 by
If you have minor children at home, you can expect an emergency card to arrive in just a few weeks from your child’s school or day care facility. The point of this card is to allow you to authorize certain people to pick up your … [Read more...]
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