Personalized Care Options for Seniors

A Comprehensive Guide Introduction As our loved ones age, ensuring they receive the right care becomes a priority. While there are various options available, personalized care stands out as a game-changing approach that enhances overall well-being and fosters independence. This article aims to provide a comprehensive guide to personalized care options for seniors, offering insights… Continue reading Personalized Care Options for Seniors

Telemedicine: A Revolution in Healthcare for Seniors

The advent of telemedicine has reshaped the healthcare landscape, particularly for seniors. This incredible innovation offers a wealth of benefits, making healthcare more accessible and convenient for older adults. This article explores the benefits, challenges, and best practices of telemedicine for seniors. The Rise of Telemedicine Telemedicine experienced a significant surge during the COVID-19 pandemic… Continue reading Telemedicine: A Revolution in Healthcare for Seniors

The Best Hearing Aids for Senior Citizens 2023

Choosing the Perfect Solution for Improved Hearing Introduction As we age, it’s common to experience hearing loss. Unfortunately, this can lead to difficulties in communication and a decrease in overall quality of life. However, there is a solution that can greatly improve the hearing abilities of senior citizens – hearing aids. With advancements in technology,… Continue reading The Best Hearing Aids for Senior Citizens 2023

Medical Alert Systems of 2023

Everything You Need to Know About Medical Alert Systems Medical alert systems, also known as personal emergency response systems (PERS), provide a crucial lifeline for individuals who may need immediate assistance in case of an emergency. These systems are designed to connect users to a monitoring center, where trained professionals can dispatch help when needed.… Continue reading Medical Alert Systems of 2023

Alzheimer’s Disease

Definition In Alzheimer’s disease, some brain cells are destroyed, others damaged, and some of the brain’s tissues become abnormal.       Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of progressive dementia in the elderly. About 4% of people aged 65 to 75, about 5% of people aged 75 to 84, and as much as 50% over… Continue reading Alzheimer’s Disease

Drug Allergies and senior health

Drug Allergies – Certain medicines can trigger allergic reactions in some people. When the drug first enters the body, the immune system mistakenly responds by creating specific disease-fighting antibodies (called immunoglobulin E or IgE antibodies) that recognize the drug as a foreign substance. When the drug is taken again, these antibodies spring into action, releasing… Continue reading Drug Allergies and senior health

Prostate Health

What’s new with Prostate Health Prostate Health – The prostate is in the news again. More cases of prostate cancer are diagnosed in men than breast cancer in women. The number of cases is expected to increase in the future. There are appeals for more funding to study this problem and to make people more… Continue reading Prostate Health

Hair Loss – Male Pattern Baldness

Going Bald – Our hair actually acts as a “buffer”, protecting us from the environment, assisting in the dissipation of body heat (to keep our temperature normal) and helps act as a barricade against infection. Evidence suggests that hair loss may be mainly caused by dihydrotestosterone, or DHT; a potent hormone that is closely related… Continue reading Hair Loss – Male Pattern Baldness

HGH (Human Growth Hormone)

HGH and effects on aging HGH Human Growth Hormone – An exciting discovery made about 15 years ago has linked the aging process to declining levels of certain hormones. The research has shown that the body’s maintenance, repair and regulating systems are damaged as key hormones, produced by endocrine glands, drop to low levels.  Our well… Continue reading HGH (Human Growth Hormone)

Geriatric Care Management

What is a Geriatric Geriatric Care Manager? Geriatric Geriatric Care Managers provide a variety of services for seniors and caregivers. A Geriatric Geriatric Care Manager generally provides a home assessment and then creates a senior care plan recommendation based on the interview. Of course, you are not obligated to implement any portion of the care… Continue reading Geriatric Care Management