Smoking can lead to poor health and several life-threatening diseases. Although quitting is often difficult for older adults, especially those who have smoked for much of their lives, letting go of the bad habit could boost their cognitive health and make them less vulnerable to some cancers and heart disease. Below are some of the …
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Seniors are at high risk for kidney disease. To help your aging loved one prevent this condition, it’s important to shed some light on a health concern most seniors and caregivers don’t talk about. Kidney Disease Explained The kidneys are the body’s filtration system. When a senior has kidney disease, the kidneys can no …
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As a caregiver, you’ll often spend a lot of time interacting with the healthcare professionals in your senior loved one’s life. Enhancing communication with healthcare experts can help you ensure your loved one’s needs are met. Take Notes No matter how well you think you can listen, you may find yourself forgetting the details …
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Since elderly people are susceptible to conditions like osteoarthritis and osteoporosis and are sometimes injured due to falling, they’re also at increased risk for experiencing some degree of back pain. Even slight discomfort in the back can make daily life more difficult, which means it’s important for your senior loved one to find effective ways …
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A National Institutes of Health-AARP study found older Americans who ate large amounts of red meat over a 10-year period were more likely to die sooner than those who consumed smaller amounts. Seniors should maintain healthy diets, which may include reducing their red meat intake. Understanding the potential risks your elderly loved one can face …
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The heart is one of the most essential organs in the body, making it important for your elderly loved one to take proper care of his or her heart health, either through prevention or with treatment after a condition has developed. Here’s a list of common heart conditions your loved one may be at risk …
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According to the National Institute on Aging, more than half of all seniors experience sleep problems. This includes having difficulty falling asleep, waking frequently throughout the night, and sleeping for fewer hours at night. Although some seniors and their caregivers assume this is normal and naps will make up for lost sleep, this isn’t the …
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Minor vision loss is a normal part of aging, and it’s rarely caused by serious diseases. However, seniors and their loved ones need to be concerned when vision loss is sudden or accompanied by other unusual symptoms. Here are a few of the most prevalent age-related eye diseases and what can be done to prevent …
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Receiving sound advice and treatment from a primary care physician can boost mental, physical, and emotional health and stave off various age-related conditions. However, many seniors fail to ask their doctors the right questions, and they may leave out essential information related to their daily lives. Continue reading to learn what concerns your elderly parent …
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Many seniors live with chronic pain due to health issues such as arthritis. While it can be difficult to watch as someone you love experiences pain, it does help to know you have many tools at your disposal you can use to keep your aging loved one comfortable. Try these five tactics to manage your …
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