The longer days of summer mean more time for swimming, family cookouts, gardening, and all of those other wonderful seasonal outdoor activities. However, it also …Read More
10 Myths About Mesothelioma and Asbestos
Unfortunately, there are quite a few misconceptions regarding mesothelioma, the rare and aggressive disease caused by asbestos exposure. Some people ask, “Is mesothelioma contagious?” Others believe the …Read More
Elderly Drivers: Tips for Safety
Remember that feeling as a teen when you first climbed behind the steering wheel, the great excitement of being in a position to go anywhere …Read More
A Doctor for the Elderly: How a Geriatrician Benefits Older Adults
With most seniors already seeing an array of doctors, could there really be any benefit to adding one more? In the case of a specialized …Read More
Traveling with Dementia: Tips to Keep a Loved One Safe
After spending significant time in social distancing and isolation, this summer may lead you more than normal to want to go to visit family and …Read More
Top Tips to Help Manage Kidney Disease in Seniors
They’re only around the size of your fist, yet they’re crucial to your body’s performance. Kidneys serve as filters to remove waste from the body, …Read More
Health Issues in Older Adults and an Increased Risk for Adverse Drug Reactions
Anyone who has taken prescription drugs knows that they normally come with a comprehensive list of potential adverse side effects to watch for. While prescriptions …Read More
DIY Home Safety Assessment to Keep Seniors Safe While Aging in Place
With the majority of seniors choosing to continue to live at home during the course of aging, it is important to complete an extensive home …Read More
Hearing Loss in Seniors: Signs, Causes, and How to Cope
Isolated. Misunderstood. Excluded. These are only a few of the numerous emotions which might be prevalent in individuals with hearing loss, who find it hard …Read More
Head Trauma in Seniors May Lead to Traumatic Brain Injuries
When you think of a traumatic brain injury (TBI), your initial thought may be a sports-related accident, such as a football player crashing head-first into …Read More