Healthy diets in your 60’s and beyond
Healthy diets and aging should go together like peanut butter and jelly. They just belong together! Now, too many peanut butter and jelly sandwiches might not be the best choice…
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How to support a loved one with Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder whose symptoms often develop slowly over many years. If you are a family member of the nearly 60 000 Americans diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease…
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How to tell if your senior parent needs help
Many of our senior parents live independently and have healthy and full lives. It’s normal to worry about our parents as they age, and if you suspect your parent might…
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The do’s and don’ts of visiting someone with Alzheimer’s
When someone you love is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, the diagnosis affects the entire family. The majority of people who have Alzheimer’s eventually move into a specialized assisted living facility where…
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Can we get serious about pie, please?
Is there anything better than a delicious slice of pie? This beloved dessert is perfect for all seasons, and with a huge range of options from sugary sweet to tart,…
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Stroke warning signs & prevention tips
A stroke is a very serious and potentially life-threatening medical condition that happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is cut off. Strokes are a medical emergency,…
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What are the signs of dehydration in seniors?
Do you drink enough water on a daily basis? What about your elderly loved ones? Many of us don’t! And because we lead busy lives and have dozens of things…