November is American Diabetes Month and the number of Americans suffering from this health issue continues to rise. So, what can you do, particularly the elderly population, to protect yourselves from this serious disease? Let’s first look at some statistics....
Most everyone of us has known someone within our immediate circle affected by breast cancer. It’s one of the two most-common types of cancers in the world according to the World Health Organization. But hope is a word that can now be associated with this horrible...
Here’s a great excuse to honor your grandparents! September 13th is National Grandparents Day, a day to honor grandparents and give them the opportunity to show their love for their children’s children, and to help children become aware of the guidance and wisdom...
Telemedicine is the new, improved way of doing a check-up or doctors visit. The days of making a doctor’s appointment in advance just to sit in a waiting room and spend an hour or more of your time at the office is over. Telemedicine allows you to discuss medical...
Scams are a big business that is merciless when it comes to targeting the elderly. Scammers prey on people who are less likely to identify a scam or those that may be lonely and more willing to listen and trust younger individuals. Unfortunately, elderly individuals...
Friendship is just as important in our elder years as it was when we were young. Being social has a positive affect both physically and mentally. Studies have found that socializing can strengthen your immune system, helping you recover quickly from illness. It can...
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