July 2010

How Seniors Can Stay Safe In The Summer Heat And Sun

Senior Summer Fun Sunny days uplift spirits. But seniors need to take special precautions to make sure their enjoyment of summer is not eclipsed by the pain of sunburn or the harmful effects of dehydration and heat illness. Physical changes that come with aging make older adults more vulnerable to summer’s heat and humidity. The [...]

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Elder Abuse: Warning Signs, Risk Factors, Prevention, and Help

While one sign does not necessarily indicate abuse, some tell-tale signs may indicate there could be a problem. Signs and symptoms of elder abuse At first, you might not recognize or take seriously signs of elder abuse. They may appear to be symptoms of dementia or signs of the elderly person’s frailty — or caregivers [...]

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Tips For Healthy Senior Summer Travel

Taking simple steps can help make trips safe and healthy for seniors. Along with contacting a travel agent, seniors should consult their physician before taking a summer trip, recommends the American Geriatrics Society’s Foundation for Health in Aging. Let your doctor know your travel plans and find out if he or she recommends that you [...]

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Seniors: Warm Up And Stretch Your Way to a Longer, Healthier Life

Studies show that physical activity slows the aging process and increases seniors’ life span. The positive health effects of exercise go deep, down to the cellular level. To reap these benefits for as long as possible—without being exiled to the couch by an exercise-induced injury—active seniors should adopt a routine that gently prepares their body [...]

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Osteoporosis Prevention:
Strategies for Maintaining Strong, Healthy Bones

A variety of preventive health strategies helps slow and lessen the effects of osteoporosis, the natural weakening of bones that occurs as we age and can result in debilitating injuries when coupled with accidental falls. The Extent of the Disease According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF), osteoporosis is a major public health threat for [...]

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