By Senior Lifestyle | May 16, 2016
Dehydration runs rampant among Americans. The National Institutes of Health cites reports that 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. It’s also reported that 17% to 28% of older adults are dehydrated. Lack of hydration, though…
By Senior Lifestyle | April 28, 2016
Preventing falls is an essential part of caring for seniors. According to the Centers for Disease Control, one in four adults over the age of 65 falls each year, and 3 million people are treated…
By Senior Lifestyle | April 22, 2016
As we age, it’s not uncommon to encounter changes in our mental health. Two prevalent conditions among seniors are depression and dementia, both of which can significantly impact the quality of life for individuals and…
By Senior Lifestyle | March 15, 2016
Sinus headaches can really make for a miserable day, getting in the way of the things you’d really like to do. Sinuses can get inflamed because of an allergic reaction or an infection, leading to…
By Senior Lifestyle | March 09, 2016
While sitting may seem harmless, it can actually be very dangerous to your health if done to excess. In fact, sedentary living has been linked to many health problems, including obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and…
By Senior Lifestyle | December 17, 2015
Find out how to decrease fall risk in the home and while on the go. Falls in the elderly are dangerous but are preventable with the right planning Whether at home or on the go,…
By Senior Lifestyle | December 04, 2015
Get the help you need in seeking dementia care. Here you’ll find advice from Senior Lifestyle on the options for caring for someone with dementia. In our earlier article we discussed the different types of…
By Senior Lifestyle | November 06, 2015
Get flu prevention tips from Senior Lifestyle. Stand a better chance at enjoying a healthy season and take steps towards preventing the flu.
By Senior Lifestyle | November 06, 2015
As we age, it’s not uncommon to experience occasional lapses in memory. Forgetting where you left your keys or the name of a distant acquaintance are common occurrences, and they often lead individuals to wonder…
By Senior Lifestyle | March 05, 2015
Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related death in the U.S. While there is currently no guaranteed method of prevention, here are five simple steps you can take to mitigate your risk of…
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