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The volunteer organization Prevent Blindness America has designated April as Women's Eye Health and Safety Month—a good time to brush…
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No one goes through life without feeling lonely from time to time, but the feeling passes and we get on…
As a journalist, I've had the privilege of interviewing hundreds of seniors. Unlike younger generations, our…
When I was in my late 40’s, I took a tumble off the porch steps. I was carrying a box…
It is important for seniors to stay active and engaged in order to maintain their physical and mental health, ward…
Music makes us remember. A song can take us back to the first time we heard it – who we…
Valentine's Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate a new love or a love that has endured for decades. Whether…
Maintaining an active social life can…
No matter how busy everyone is, the holiday season always brings families together. It is a perfect time to…
The prevention of Alzheimer's disease is extremely important because we cannot regain memories. Memories are forever erased from…
As a neurologist, I've reviewed the latest, reliable research literature available. I've read up on every aspect of Alzheimer's disease.…
Standing Strong By Sheldon S. Zinberg, MD, Hal Nelson, PT, and Michael Merino, MBA In May 2008, a telephonic…
While patients with different chronic diseases share deficits in functionality, these shared disabilities are often more prevalent and more pronounced…
Benefits of Pet Therapy Studies show that having a pet is good for seniors as it makes seniors feel better…
Just exactly what is a geriatrician and when are you considered old enough to consult a geriatrician? Harvard Medical School's…
Baby boomers are turning 65 at the rate of one every seven seconds. In the United States, the 2010 Census…
Rachel Mabel Agnes Hill turned 100 years old last October 28, 2010. In today's world, that's old but not that…
It is neuropsychological proven that a diet can become a lifestyle when one understands the rationale behind it. The excitement…
Your diet is an important part of your treatment for cancer. Eating the right kinds of foods before, during, and…
A heart attack is a frightening event, and you probably don't want to think about it. But, if you learn…