A new study focused on veterans of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and the likelihood that they would develop cognitive issues in the future. They found that those that were exposed to explosive blasts and suffered traumatic brain injury … [Read more...]
Why Finding a Physician Specializing in Seniors is Tough
There’s a big disparity in the selection pool when it comes to doctors that specialize in senior care. As of 2021, there were only about 7,300 U.S. based physicians that specialized in geriatric care, according to one survey. To put it in … [Read more...]
The Reality of Family Caregiving
A new study indicates that women are shouldering a lot more of the load when it comes to family caregiving than men are. There are a number of reasons why this happens. Some of it has to do with cultural norms in the U.S. Even … [Read more...]
Is It Possible For Seniors to Improve Their Memory?
Many people associate aging with memory loss. It is quite common for someone to see small declines in their memory. Most of the time, these are minor in nature and not long lasting. And some researchers believe that there are things that … [Read more...]
Steps to Take to Help Fight Growing Waitlists
One of the biggest issues that we see negatively impacting seniors in the care industry right now is a lack of providers. More and more often, seniors in need are finding themselves placed on waitlists for these services, with no end in … [Read more...]
Combating Ageism in the Care Industry
A recent NPR article talks about ageism and how it is a lot more common than the average person might think. Even within the world of senior care. Unfortunately, this article has some truth to it. Ageism is pretty common in our … [Read more...]
The Pros and Cons of Back Surgery for Seniors
A recent study found that one in eight seniors–more than ten percent–that have back surgery end up back in the hospital for more treatment within a month or less. Over the course of six months after release, more than one in four find … [Read more...]
Should You Take Aspirin Daily?
Currently, international guidelines regarding aspirin usage state that those who are between 50 to 59 that have had a risk of cardiovascular disease higher than ten percent for ten or more years might benefit from taking low doses of … [Read more...]
Is GoodRx Everything It Seems to Be?
You’ve likely seen commercials that mention the wonderful things that GoodRx can do when it comes to helping you save on the cost of your medications. You might have even seen the little advertisements and flyers that a lot of pharmacies … [Read more...]
What Medical Costs You Should Expect as You Age?
As you age, you’re likely to experience costs associated with your health. Getting a handle on these things early can help you to be prepared. Knowing what to expect is a good way to plan ahead. Additionally, it’s important to … [Read more...]
The Link Between Muscle and Heart Disease
New research indicates that muscle mass isn’t necessarily an indicator of heart health as once thought. It’s not quite as easy as this, however. More muscle area doesn’t lead to a lower risk of heart attack as previously … [Read more...]
What Does Divorce Mean for the Senior Years?
Divorce is a very real part of our world. Statistics state that about 40 percent of first marriages end in divorce. If someone has been married more than once, the divorce rate increases significantly. And while this might not … [Read more...]