Research shows that many seniors have diets that are getting far less healthy as they age. There are many reasons for this but there are some simple ways to add more nutrients and improve their diets.
Fun in the sun can be an important part of enjoying warmer weather, but you must wear SPF sunscreen and protective clothing to lower your risk of getting melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer.
During the pandemic, people stayed away from medical facilities and did not get their regular preventive screenings. Now physicians are urging people to catch up on those screenings to reduce the risk of a treatable cancer becoming more advanced and much more dangerous.
Regular eye exams are necessary after age 40 or 50 to help identify potentially sight-stealing medical conditions and treat them early on. This can help preserve your vision as you age.
Research has shown that gardening can possibly prevent osteoporosis and other conditions because it’s a weight-bearing exercise that works different parts of the body. Studies indicate it may be help prevent dementia and boost your immune system as well.
Long COVID is a mysterious and frustrating condition with many varied symptoms. Sleep disorders are among the most common symptoms. But consistent treatment over time may show some benefit to those dealing with long COVID-related sleep disorders.
Nurse practitioners can help with diagnosing conditions and prescribing medications. They coordinate care with other health professionals, and they tend to be more available than most physicians.
Blind Adaptive Baseball is a special form of the game that allows blind and visually impaired people to play using special balls and bases.
Many dangerous medical conditions are silent killers because they don’t really have obvious symptoms. But now that many smartwatches contain electrocardiogram technology people can discover a hidden heart condition in time to effectively treat it.
