Changing Families, Changing Conversations
By Lola Munis, BSN, RN The times they are a-changin’ – and so is the American family. A striking shift…
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Returning Home after a Disaster: Be Healthy and Safe
Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30. If you think climate change isn’t real, then ask the thousands…
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The Sun Is Not Always Your Friend
We all know it: “A tan skin is a damaged skin.” What’s worse, as we age our skin becomes thinner…
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What If Tomorrow You Couldn’t Drive?
by Myrle Gilpin Bowe How would you cope if, suddenly, you lost your ability to drive, particularly if you live…
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Elder Abuse – The Invisible Epidemic
Elder Abuse Elder abuse – a devastating, worldwide problem with potentially life-threatening consequences – remains a hidden threat to…
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10 Reasons Seniors Hang On To Stuff – And What To Do About It
by Vickie Dellaquila 1. SENTIMENTAL ATTACHMENT. The beloved prom dress represents the history and memories of the event; it’s not…
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The Ins And Outs Of Hypothermia
March…Out Like a Lion? The Ins and Outs of Hypothermia The calendar might be telling us that spring is right…
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Your Winter Safety Checklist
‘Tis the season for flus, slips on icy streets, and other dangers that can be especially traumatic for older adults….
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Safe At Home
Due to the growing popularity of aging in place with in-home care, it’s important to make sure you and your…
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The Painkiller Sending Adults To The ER
By Candy Sagon Two new government reports have found that tramadol, a prescription painkiller thought to be less risky than…
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