April 13, 2022
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Seniors and Sleep: How much do they need?
Seniors and Sleep: How much do they need? Seniors and Sleep: How much do they need? | If you or your loved one is over age 65, it’s likely that getting enough sleep has become an issue. Seniors typically take longer to fall asleep, and often wake up during the night numerous times. These are […]
Enhancing Seniors Well Being
Self-Engagement in Well Being Enhances Quality of Life Enhancing Seniors Well Being | Ensuring senior adults are actively involved in their own health and wellbeing is a priority for health professionals and policy makers. As the number of older adults increases, there is a rising threat of strain on resources, both financial and medical. However, […]
Seniors and Post-Holiday Blues
Seniors and Post-Holiday Blues: Why it Happens and What to Do Seniors and Post-Holiday Blues | The holidays can be a time of joy, togetherness and connection. For seniors that are isolated from family and friends, these happy feelings can be replaced with anxiety or depression once the festivities end. Feeling blue after the holidays […]
Reducing the Risk of Pneumonia in Seniors
Reducing the Risk of Pneumonia in Seniors Reducing the Risk of Pneumonia in Seniors – Pneumonia may be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi, and results in inflammation and decreased circulation to one or both of the lungs. As circulation to the lungs decreases, oxygen in the blood declines. While cases of pneumonia can range […]
Seniors and Wandering
Seniors and Wandering Seniors and Wandering – Due to Canada’s growing number of seniors, many of whom are afflicted with Alzheimer’s and dementia, wandering is increasing. Even in familiar places, a person with Alzheimer’s may not remember his or her name or address, and can become disoriented. Wandering with dementia is dangerous, but there are […]
Modifying Food Habits for Health and Independence
Modifying Food Habits for Health and Independence Modifying Food Habits for Health and Independence – For adults who want to age in their own homes, following good eating practices can play a critical role in ensuring their later years are enjoyable and independent. Unfortunately, for many people, years of poor choices begin to catch up with […]
Herbal Gardening and Its Benefits
Herbal Gardening and Its Benefits Herbal Gardening and Its Benefits – You don’t need a green thumb or a huge plot of land to reap the benefits of growing fresh herbs. Not only are herbs versatile and capable of lending great flavor to foods, and as natural remedies that benefit personal health and beauty, but the […]
Summer Safety for Seniors
Summer Safety for Seniors Summer Safety for Seniors – As the country continues to experience its recent history of long, hot summers, it is becoming vitally important that we understand symptoms of heat related illnesses, especially for our seniors. Our bodies work hard every day to maintain a normal temperature. Excessive heat forces our body […]
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