One of the big concerns at the onset of the pandemic a couple years ago was that there would likely be a decline in preventative medical appointments. As medical providers restricted services, it became clear very quickly that this was … [Read more...]
High Blood Pressure Over the Long Haul
We’ve known for a long time that high blood pressure levels lead to health issues. What we know now is the extent of what that can look like, and just what health impairments are linked to high blood pressure over the long … [Read more...]
Identifying–and Treating–Cardiovascular Disease Earlier
A research team has recently found a new way of identifying the presence of cardiovascular disease early on in its presence. They believe that through early identification, lives can be saved through timely, more effective treatment. And … [Read more...]
How Breast Cancer Impacts Seniors
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, so to honor that, I thought that it was fitting to spend some time talking about how breast cancer specifically impacts the senior population. When it comes to women, breast cancer is … [Read more...]
The Link Between Dental Hygiene and Neurodegeneration
Taking care of your teeth has a big impact on your health as you age. Researchers have suspected this for a long time, but a new study points to just how this link works, and exactly which aspects of health are likely to be … [Read more...]
Senior Care Communities are Stepping Up
All across the country, senior care communities have been under enormous strain. The COVID-19 crisis has created conditions that the vast majority of people were unprepared for. This goes for senior care centers, too. As we’ve seen, policy … [Read more...]
Helping Stroke Victims Relearn How to Walk
A newly developed device looks like it could make a big impact on how stroke victims relearn how to walk. The device is lightweight, motorless, and attaches directly to an ankle support device or ankle foot orthosis. The device was … [Read more...]
Protection from Alzheimer’s Disease?
Alzheimer’s disease is a chronic degenerative disease. There’s no cure for it and the symptoms of the disease continue to grow over time, causing cognitive decline and loss of motor functioning. Eventually, the person with Alzheimer’s … [Read more...]
Long Periods of Sleep May Be Cause for Concern
According to a new study, long periods of sleep may be a major cause of concern. For those that take long naps during the day, or that sleep in excess of nine hours on a nightly basis, they may be at a higher risk of suffering from a … [Read more...]
What Does Walking Speed Tell Us?
One on hand, how fast someone walks doesn’t really tell us much. Like any other athletic ability, it is something that can be honed and improved upon over time. If you’re naturally slow, the more you practice, the faster you can be. How … [Read more...]
Simple Lifestyle Changes Can Impact Mental Health
Mental health is one of the most important parts of senior care, even if it is one of the most often overlooked parts. When someone is happier, research indicates that they are more likely to feel better, too. For those individuals that are … [Read more...]
Testosterone Help Men Avoid Heart Attack
A new study was published recently indicating that elderly men at risk of a cardiovascular event, such as a heart attack or a stroke, might see their risk decrease if they are provided with testosterone supplements. This study was conducted … [Read more...]