Spotting the Signs: Alzheimer’s Disease
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, nearly 5.8 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease. By 2050, that number is expected to rise to 14 million. Detecting symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease as early as possible can be critical to provide appropriate care and avoid potentially dangerous situations. And family and friends can play a vital […]
Taking Time to Reflect on The Needs of The Family Caregiver
As loved ones begin to age, many will take on the honorable role of becoming a caregiver. However, caring for an older adult can be time-consuming, reducing the ability to address your own needs. In fact, Home Instead Senior Care found that 63 percent of family caregivers said caring for their aging loved ones made […]
Physician Prescribers Should Recommend Drug-Free Options Rather Than Opioids for Pain Relief
The recent opioid overdose-related death of Prince, a world-renowned musician, has once again put the spotlight on how overmedicated our society is and how desperately it is in need of an adjustment. Last March, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shook the medical industry to its roots by encouraging doctors to use conservative care […]
Avoiding Dangers of the Flu for Older Adults
It’s the time of year everyone dreads: flu season. Last season, more than 900,000 people were hospitalized due to the flu or flu complications, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). People over the age of 65 are at greater risk for these complications, making up about 85 percent of seasonal flu-related […]