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2012
More than 50% of Americans have high cholesterol or fat in their bloodstream, and only one in five are currently receiving treatment of any kind. Treatments can range from managing diet, regular exercise, or in certain situations medications can regulate high cholesterol. Lowering cholesterol is a concern for people of all ages, and especially for seniors. Cholesterol is vital to our bodies. Our brain and nervous system need cholesterol for normal… read more Tags: Life is full of the unknown. Somewhere down the road we may find ourselves with the need for wheelchair assistance. We may have an accident, or have advanced in age and find our abilities have changed. Wheelchairs can be cumbersome, especially in small, confined spaces such as the bathroom. A few modifications to the current layout or design of your bathroom can offer more independence and comfort as we go about… read more Tags: As we grow in years, our immune system tends to weaken and decline, even with regular exercise and a healthy diet. Our body slowly loses the ability to absorb the necessary vitamins and minerals needed to maintain a healthy level of nutrients and keep our body strong. This gradual deterioration of the immune system is known as immunosenescence. As a result of a weakened immune system, seniors are more prone to disease and illnesses ranging… read more Tags:
elderly immunity improvement,
senior immunity boost,
senior immunity system
Comments: 0 There is a certain amount of shock that accompanies the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease – both for the patient and their family. In the last 10 years, this disease has become one of the world’s most-feared illnesses. Family members are especially worried. They envision their loved one’s remaining years filled with yelling, mind-numbing repetition and mental fatigue. But that’s not the case at all. Many misconceptions exist about Alzheimer’s – inevitable madness, loss of self,… read more Tags:
Alzheimer communication,
Alzheimer's Disease,
Communicating with Alzheimer patients
Comments: 0 An elderly patient suffering from Alzheimer's just received a diagnosis that their blood pressure has become elevated. Prescription: Medication and Music. Music? For high blood pressure? Music, while it is not a prescription that is being handed to many people from their physician, may just be worth exploring in addition to the prescribed treatment. The therapeutic power of music has been and continues to be explored. I am reminded of Dr. Oliver Sack's book and… read more Tags:
elderly and music,
music therapy,
music therapy for senior,
seniors and music
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