So your planning a trip to the doctor, perhaps you are not looking forward to the visit. Here are some tips to help you help yourself while visiting the doctor. First of all, it can be ver
Understanding Long Term Care Insurance
Many Americans do not plan ahead financially for their long term care needs. Others wrongly assume that Medicare, Medicare supplemental policies or standard health insurance policies will cover the co
Chiropractic Care for Seniors
Seniors experiencing problems related to misalignment of the spine may benefit from chiropractic care. While there are many myths regarding the safety of chiropractic care, in reality this type of med
Seniors and Driving: The Importance of Having Early and Frequent Conversations With Senior Loved Ones
The U.S. population aged 65 and older is estimated to increase from 47 million in 2015 to 72 million in 2030, according to U.S. Census data, meaning more senior drivers will be on the roads. This also
7 Healthy Foods to Eat to Promote Senior Nutrition
Let’s face it, snacking throughout the day can be just as important for your health as eating the proper meals. According to a Redbook magazine article, dietician Rachel Beller said that grazing durin
I Retired – Now What?
Retirement is anticipated by many and dreaded by some. The closer that we get to achieving retirement, the more anxious we might feel about it, for it is a life altering experience. People who cannot
Ask the Pharmacist: Caregivers, Take Care
Approximately 42 million Americans provide unpaid care to an ill or disabled adult and new research shows the stress associated with this responsibility can have a negative effect on a person’s health
What Types of Services Do Home Health and Home Care Providers Deliver?
Home Health Medical Providers
Home Health Care providers deliver a wide variety of health care and supportive services, ranging from professional nursing and HCA care to physical, occupational, respir
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence is loss of bladder control. Symptoms can range from mild leaking to uncontrollable wetting. It can happen to anyone, but it becomes more common with age.
Most bladder control prob