How to Avoid Isolation During the Holidays
According to a study published in The Journal of Primary Prevention, senior isolation can lead to poor health outcomes like increased injury risk and dementia. Many people experience loneliness, especially around the holidays. It’s important to visit our loved ones living alone or in a skilled nursing facility to prevent social isolation. What steps can…
November is National COPD Awareness Month
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is one of the leading causes of death in people over age 65. This inflammatory lung disease causes obstructed airflow, which can lead to difficulty breathing, coughing and wheezing. Although the condition is treatable, it can lead to more serious health conditions like heart disease and lung cancer. November is…
Managing Health Care & Retirement Costs
When it comes to retirement planning, many of us think about how we will afford common expenses like food, shelter and travel. There may be credit card bills and small home repair expenses that factor into the equation but overall, you think you will be covered in retirement. Yet, have you thought about a potential…
September Is Food Safety Education Month
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in six people experience food poisoning annually in the United States. Created in 1994, Food Safety Education Month raises awareness of foodborne illness risks and offers insight on how to prevent food poisoning from affecting your family or restaurant patrons. Especially for older people who…