Elderly And Alcohol Abuse
Alcoholism and aging: Is mom drinking too much? By Jim Reynolds The American Academy of Family Physicians reports that one-third of older alcoholic persons develop the problem only later in life. Often...
View ArticleWhat Are Signs Of Elder Abuse?
Q: How can I tell if an elderly friend or loved one is the victim of abuse? A: Elderly adults are one of the largest and fastest-growing segments of the population, and they often require significant...
View ArticleMobility In Elderly
New study links exercise, mobility in elderly By: Deborah Kotz While exercise has long been promoted as the elixir of youth, a large clinical trial conducted partly at Tufts University finally provides...
View ArticleVibrating Shoes Restore Balance for Seniors
By Jeremy Hsu Some good vibrations in the shoes of elderly people could prevent potentially fatal falls in old age. In a new study, researchers show that imperceptible vibrations in shoe soles can...
View Article16 Considerations For Elderly Seniors To Stop Driving
Caregivers and family often become concerned with the question: when should my elderly mom, dad or other loved one stop driving. Though there is no set time in age, the following signs may be...
View ArticleLife Saving Tips For Elderly To Prevent A Broken Hip
Broken Hips: Preventing A Fall Can Save Your Life By Lauren Silverman Last October, Jeanette Mariani was an independent 87-year-old, living alone in Dallas and getting around with a walker. Then one...
View ArticleOvermedication of Seniors and Elderly
Challenges of elderly overmedication By Glenn Ellis It is undeniable that drugs do save lives, but few prescription medications are completely free of risks or side effects. Naturally, the more drugs...
View Article6 Home Safety Tips for Seniors and Elderly
Home Safety Tips For The Elderly Creating a safe home for the elderly people in your life is crucial. Household places and items that used to pose no problem may now be difficult or, worse, dangerous....
View ArticleAffordable Medical Alert Devices For Seniors & Elderly
Medical Alert devices for seniors and elderly often have monthly fees averaging around $30.00. Did you know there are low cost and no fee options available? Clark Howard, always looking for ways to...
View ArticleSeniors Living Alone
The Dangers Of Seniors Living Alone By: Cliff Oilar Jr A 2011 survey of people over 65 showed that the vast majority (90 percent) wanted to continue living in their homes for as long as they could. It...
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