Maybe your New Year’s resolution for 2011 was to shave off a few pounds, cholesterol points or both — but one thing is for sure — gyms across the country never seem quite as populated in February as early January. Some struggle to workout; others find it difficult to eat well-balanced meals. The old saying […]
New Hope for Diagnosing Alzheimer’s: Plus, Unlikely Team of Players Unite to Battle Disease
Don’t overlook the quality of life and dignity that can be preserved through Alzheimer’s Planning. Until there is a cure or vaccine for Alzheimer’s disease, the focus for many families is on ensuring the quality of life and dignity of those suffering with this disease. For more on Alzheimer’s Planning, please visit us at https://web.archive.org/web/20160110044450/http://alzheimersplanning.com/.
Who was supposed to be watching Grandma?
There is a popular tune you may have over the last couple of months called “Grandma Got Run Over by A Reindeer” which relates that Grandma — after drinking too much eggnog — went out into the winter cold to get her medication and was run over by a reindeer. The question is, “Who was […]
Depression related to lung-health? COPD may increase depression risk in Seniors
Experts say that over a million people in the United States have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is a chronic lung condition that includes bronchitis, emphysema or both. COPD affects the airways and air sacs within the lungs, which makes breathing difficult and can result in a person becoming less active over time. An […]
Working with Elder Parents in Planning Financially for their Long Term Care
You may be taking care of elderly parents now or looking at that possibility in the near future. According to a report from USATODAY/ABCNews/Gallup Poll, 41% of baby boomers are helping take care of elderly parents by providing personal help or financial assistance or both. If financial planning and long term care planning have not […]
Increased awareness of anxiety in elders leads to user-friendly site updates
Stress, anxiety, and fear are normal emotions we all experience at some point, but when does fear cross over the line from “normal” to “excessive?” NIH SeniorHealth.gov realizes the need for more readily available information for older adults on the internet. “It is estimated that anxiety disorders affect between 3 and 14 percent of older […]
NFL star speaks on Alzheimer’s, gets emotional
NFL Superstar Terrell Owens (T.O.) speaking on how Alzheimer’s has touched his life personally. Known for his on-the-field antics, T.O. displays a more emotional side in this clip. “Estimates vary, but experts suggest that as many as 5.1 million Americans may have Alzheimer’s,” according to the National Institute on Aging. Evan H. Farr on Google […]
Could ‘biomarkers’ be the key to predicting Alzheimer’s?
What is a biomarker?? Perhaps a useful tool to diagnose and predict dementia and cognitive decline, studies suggest. AstraZeneca defines the term as “a characteristic that is objectively measured and evaluated as an indicator of normal biological processes, pathogenic processes, or pharmacological responses to a therapeutic intervention.” Because Alzheimer’s disease is complicated to assess or […]
Adults are sick almost a month out of the year
Did you know that the average adult will live with a cold for almost a month out of the year? According to Jane Sadler, MD out of Garland, Texas, “the average adult gets three colds per year, each lasting an average of nine days.” Read Health.com’s guide to recovering from your cold here: “Stop a […]
Why did Obama reverse course on Medicare end-of-life counseling legislation?
Earlier this month, we reported on legislation taking effect in 2011 that would promote end-of-life counseling through Medicare reimbursements to doctors. Now just days into the new year, the legislation appears to be dead in the water. ElderLawAnswers has reported that the legislation is being withdrawn: A provision in the House version of the health […]
New Medicare out-of-pocket home health care expenses for Seniors on the horizon?
The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission suggested Thursday one strategy to cut health care spending; the strategy would force Medicare recipients who receive home health care to pay an out-of-pocket cost. The proposed cost is not yet certain, though sources suggest the amount may be around $150 for a series of visits. Medicare home health care […]
Obamacare Warfare: Why is the Public Positively Puzzled on Health Reform?
Paradoxically, the same principle that ensures Democracy in America is the source of the maddening confusion, delay, and uncertainty: “the Separation of Powers.”
A leading cause of blindness is on the decline
“Age related macular degeneration” (AMD), a disease most prevalent in women over 60, is on the decline according to a study by the Archives of Ophthalmology. The number of Americans who suffer from age-related macular degeneration is down by nearly a third. Macular degeneration damages the middle of the retina, making it hard to see […]
Nursing home patients under 65 on the rise
Undoubtedly a challenging transition at any age, the shift to a nursing home may be even more difficult for the more than 200,000 people living in such facilities under the age of 65. Nursing homes must come to terms with this reality, because this number is on the rise, and the mental health of residents […]
Can seniors delay nursing home reality through strength training?
Over the course of the last several decades, strength training has gone from obsolete to mainstream. It has gained its due recognition and is now considered an essential element to a well-rounded fitness regimen, along with cardio and stretching. But is lifting for everyone? As lifting becomes more mainstream, some senior citizens wonder if it […]
Walking speed may be used for predicting health, survival for elderly
Could walking speed analysis, also referred to as “gait speed,” be a worthy tool for predicting remaining years of life? Inexpensive and simplistic, gait speed is being touted in a recent study that suggests there is a correlation between gait speed and longevity. The study recently appeared in the Journal of the American Medical Association […]
Dolphins and dogs may help soldiers with PTSD decrease heart disease risk
According to Health.com, Veterans who struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may be at an increased risk for heart disease and early death. “[PTSD] is a disorder that occurs after a life-threatening event, such as personal assault, natural disaster, or military combat…affects can be debilitating with symptoms ranging from severe nightmares and flashbacks to insomnia […]
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Obama v. GOP: Healthcare showdown
When President Obama took office two years ago, the GOP had much more than a mere inkling that a healthcare overhaul was on the horizon. Fast-forward to the final days of 2010, and an attempt at a repeal may be just around the corner. It comes as no surprise that healthcare is still a hot […]
How longevity is influenced by eating habits (From CNN)
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