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Staying Active and Connected

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Staying Active and Connected: Senior Activities in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties Ask a longtime East Bay senior center regular why they keep coming back, and the answer is rarely “the bingo.” It’s the friend they sit next to at lunch, the exercise class that keeps their knees working, or the volunteer gig that gives… Continue reading Staying Active and Connected

Aging in Place in the San Francisco Bay Area

Growing Older at Home: Aging in Place in the San Francisco Bay Area For a growing share of Bay Area residents, the goal isn’t just a comfortable retirement — it’s staying exactly where they are. As the region’s senior population climbs, “aging in place” has become the defining conversation in local eldercare, shaping everything from… Continue reading Aging in Place in the San Francisco Bay Area

Vagus Nerve Stimulation and Chronic Pain

The vagus nerve may be connected with relief from chronic pain, according to new research. The vagus nerve is known for regulating the body’s automatic functions by controlling the parasympathetic system, commonly known as the “rest and digest” system. It helps to slow heart rate, support digestion, and coordinate communication between the brain and… Continue reading Vagus Nerve Stimulation and Chronic Pain

Proper Dental Care Can Lead to Better Health in Seniors

Staying ahead of your dental health can have long term benefits on your overall health and wellbeing. It’s long been known that poor dental health, including rotten teeth and infections, can lead to cardiovascular disease. However, as research continues to progress, the extent of how dental health impacts the overall body is becoming more… Continue reading Proper Dental Care Can Lead to Better Health in Seniors

Women at an Increasing Risk of Cardiovascular Disease

According to recent research done by the American Heart Association, it is estimated that 60 percent of senior females will have some form of heart disease by the year 2050. This is a particularly disturbing statistic when given the fact that heart disease is the number one killer in the United States. The… Continue reading Women at an Increasing Risk of Cardiovascular Disease

Active Families Can Help Prevent Cognitive Decline

For quite some time, researchers have believed that when seniors are mentally and physically active, the development of dementia can be delayed or even prevented. Activity can come in a variety of different forms. While we often immediately think about physical exercise, more and more research is coming out that indicates that activity doesn’t… Continue reading Active Families Can Help Prevent Cognitive Decline

Genetics and Alzheimer’s Disease

Genetics may play a much larger role in causing Alzheimer’s disease than what was once thought. In fact, a recent study from University College London indicates that one particular gene may be behind the majority of Alzheimer’s cases. The gene is called APOE. And this new study states that more than 90 percent of Alzheimer’s… Continue reading Genetics and Alzheimer’s Disease

Small Diet Changes May Improve Heart Health

Eating salty foods may lead to a shorter lifespan. That’s what new research coming out of the American Heart Association indicates. A study conducted out of France and the U.K. points to the idea that those who have diets that are overly rich in salt are at higher risk of stroke and heart attack.… Continue reading Small Diet Changes May Improve Heart Health

Early Stages of Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson’s disease is a neurological disorder that affects movement. It occurs when brain cells that produce dopamine gradually die, leading to symptoms such as tremors, muscle stiffness, slowed movement, and balance problems, along with possible changes in mood, sleep, and cognition over time. It’s caused by the loss of cells within the brain that produce… Continue reading Early Stages of Parkinson’s Disease

Steps for Fighting Knee Pain

If you’ve ever experienced arthritic knee pain, you know how crippling it can be. It makes even daily tasks excruciatingly painful and difficult. However, scientists are understanding more and more about osteoarthritis and what you can do to help reduce the pain experienced. Exercise continues to be one of the best ways to reduce… Continue reading Steps for Fighting Knee Pain

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