Looking Out For Your Eyes!
Protecting your eyesight as you age might be more important to your health and quality of life than you realize. Older people with poor eyesight often have to curtail activities that bring them joy and a sense of independence, including driving, reading, and watching TV. According to the CDC’s publication, The State of Vision, Aging […]
Great article on the benefits of exercise and yoga in preventing falls
Perhaps you are one of the growing number of baby boomers in our country, or maybe you are hoping to help your aging parents remain independent as long as possible. A great way to keep them safe from falls as they age is to encourage them to exercise and stay active. The Post and Courier’s […]
A Smile a Day May Keep the Heart Doc Away!
According to a recent study published in the American Journal of Cardiology, a John Hopkins team of medical researchers examined 7,400 Americans and found an association between optimism and fewer cardiac events. While the study couldn’t prove cause-and-effect, Lisa Yanek, the study lead, found that despite having many risk factors for heart disease, the […]
Taking Senior Safety Seriously: Part 2
As part of our focus on safety (June is National Safety Month!), our blog last week looked at some common safety concerns around the house—a sort of “senior proofing” exercise for any caregiver. Falls are a particularly common and dangerous hazard for seniors, but other safety concerns should be on a caregiver’s radar as well. […]
Heat Safety Tips from the CDC
Stay Safe As Temperatures Rise This Summer Heat related illness and death strikes many people each year, and it can usually be avoided. Find out how you can keep yourself and loved ones safe this summer by following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Extreme Heat tips.
Taking Senior Safety Seriously: Part 1
Most people have heard of “babyproofing” a home—things like putting up gates around stairs, locks on cabinets, and safety plugs in electrical outlets—to make sure a crawling baby or running toddler can’t hurt themselves. But how many of us have considered “senior proofing” our homes when we suddenly become responsible for the care of an […]
