It’s easy to get swept up in the buzz surrounding a fad diet, but is it safe? Dropping weight too quickly can have consequences, but as this article explains, the dangers of fad diets may be more severe and especially harmful to seniors.
Apr 17, 2018 9:48:29 AM
It’s easy to get swept up in the buzz surrounding a fad diet, but is it safe? Dropping weight too quickly can have consequences, but as this article explains, the dangers of fad diets may be more severe and especially harmful to seniors.
Topics: health tips, healthy living, patients, healthy eating, diet
Apr 10, 2018 2:16:53 PM
From the more well-known health wearables that count steps and calories burned, to new applications for digital health you have to see to believe, here are just a few of the new digital health and wellness tools that could be game changers for you and your healthcare provider.
Topics: health tips, healthy living, patients, Digital Health, health technology
Apr 3, 2018 9:30:00 AM
It’s never too late to make better food choices. If you’ve been neglecting good nutrition, implementing these 9 healthy eating and drinking habits based on tips from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics can help turn things around.
Topics: health tips, healthy living, patients, healthy eating, diet
Mar 28, 2018 4:30:44 PM
Being an organ donor is a selfless act that has the potential to save a number of lives. The story of Mason's Mission has inspired thousands to register for organ donation. Will it do the same for you?
Topics: health tips, healthy living, patients, family health
Mar 23, 2018 7:30:00 AM
According to the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP, there are approximately 43.5 million caregivers providing support and assistance to an elderly, disabled, or chronically ill loved one. If you're one of them, you may be suffering from caregiver burnout and not even realize it. Here are tips for recognizing and preventing caregiver burnout.
Topics: health tips, healthy living, patients, caregivers, caregiving
Mar 19, 2018 4:23:56 PM
Retirement can be a great opportunity to take advantage of your newfound leisure moments to create, learn, and connect in both new and familiar ways. Use your time in retirement to explore a variety of hobbies for seniors (or those who are young at heart). Here are a few suggestions you might enjoy.
Topics: health tips, healthy living, patients
Mar 14, 2018 4:52:46 PM
As people grow older, they are less able to take care of and protect themselves. They depend on caregivers and family to ensure their safety and well-being. You need to know what the signs of abuse are and how to end that abuse when you see it. It's among the most important things you will ever learn.
Topics: health tips, healthy living, patients, caregivers, caregiving
Mar 7, 2018 4:26:35 PM
Finding transportation for medical needs can be difficult, but mobile apps Uber and Lyft are both looking to offer health transportation services that will provide a ride to doctor appointments or the hospital for patients in need.
Topics: health tips, healthy living, patients, Digital Health
Feb 24, 2018 11:04:05 AM
Research has shown that fall prevention in the elderly can be supported through the use of physical therapy.
Topics: health tips, healthy living, patients
Feb 15, 2018 1:11:14 PM
We all want to avoid accidents like falls. But did you know there were many simple things you could do to help prevent senior falls and the injuries they cause? In this article, we describe five balance exercises for seniors that can improve your balance and strength.
Topics: health tips, healthy living, patients, fitness & exercise