We all know that it is important to manage our blood pressure at this point, right? Well, new research indicates that this action is actually a lot more beneficial than what was previously thought. High blood pressure--also … [Read more...]
Why Do People Stop Taking Medication?
One of the struggles that doctors often face when trying to treat someone is that the patient does not take their prescribed medications as they have been instructed to do. If the doctor has prescribed a medication, there is a reason for … [Read more...]
5 Best Tips for Seniors Living Alone
As the number of senior citizens in our country grows, it’s inevitable that many individuals will be living alone. This doesn’t mean that they must live in isolation, though. Here are five tips to help seniors that are living on their … [Read more...]
Medication Help for the Elderly
A big part of senior care is managing medications. This is something that we've written about quite a bit in the past, but there are still a few easy to use methods that we have not covered. Pill Containers: Everyone has seen … [Read more...]
Daily Aspirin Use is Up in Senior Citizens
According to researchers at the Oregon State University, more than half of the older adults in the United States take aspirin on a daily basis. The old adage is that this helps with not only the minor aches and pains associated with growing … [Read more...]