December 21, 2020 —
There is exciting news these days about the progress being made toward distribution of the vaccine targeting the virus that causes COVID-19, which has taken the lives of so many people worldwide. Older adults have been hardest hit by the virus, and it’s expected that they will be among the first on the list to... Read More
December 14, 2020 —
Traveling to spend the winter holidays with loved ones is an American tradition. It might be the time when everyone in the family gets together to share beloved foods, heirloom decorations and activities. New babies meet the family. Everyone checks in on the oldest family members. The memories created last for years to come. But... Read More
December 7, 2020 —
It looks as if there is good news on the horizon as research teams forge full speed ahead to develop and distribute a vaccine to control the spread of the coronavirus. But it will be some time before the pandemic is over, and meanwhile, experts are focusing on the situation among older adults. Seniors are... Read More
November 30, 2020 —
During 2020, prevention has been top of mind for many of us! Though we can and should be immunized against seasonal influenza (“the flu”), a vaccine for COVID-19 isn’t available yet. The tools at our disposal for lowering our risk include wearing a mask and practicing physical distancing. Many of us also are thinking of... Read More
November 23, 2020 —
During November, we have been celebrating National Family Caregivers Month. The year 2020 has certainly been a challenging one for the many family members and friends who are providing care for an older or disabled loved one! Whether their loved one lives with them, or in a senior living community, or independently, the workload of... Read More
November 16, 2020 —
How will you be celebrating Thanksgiving this year? For many Americans, the usual traditions will be replaced with alternative plans but Thanksgiving safety tips are not alternatives to prior years. To keep older loved ones safe, virtual visits might replace trips “over the river and through the woods to Grandmother’s house.” Celebrating in a smaller... Read More
November 9, 2020 —
Our Current Digital Reality These days, more and more people have a smartphone—and most of those phones come equipped with a camera. It’s become our impulse to whip out our phone or digital camera to take a photo of anything interesting we see. But a number of experts say that relying on our devices to... Read More
October 26, 2020 —
October is National Audiology Awareness Month, and audiologists recently shared some important warnings for people who are living with hearing loss. Audiologists are health care professionals who evaluate, diagnose, treat and manage hearing loss. They prescribe and fit hearing aids and other devices. The American Academy of Audiology (AAA) recently reported that seniors who use... Read More
October 19, 2020 —
After surgery or another medical procedure, patients often take part in a rehabilitation program to help them achieve optimal healing and function. Rehab helps them build their muscles, regain function, and cope with the emotional and cognitive aspects of recovery. But what about before surgery? Experts report that there’s a lot of beneficial preparation patients can do... Read More
October 12, 2020 —
Each year during this month, experts call attention to the serious impact depression has on health and well-being. In 2020, this is more of an issue than ever! A number of studies have found that the pandemic and its results have raised the rate of depression. According to University of Arkansas research, “The COVID-19 pandemic... Read More
