Articles On:senior health

January 18, 2023

Deep Pressure Stimulation for Seniors

An increasingly popular therapy, Deep Pressure Stimulation, has spawned products promising to help a variety ...

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sitting man covered with a blanket, with a caregiver beside him. By Monkey Business Images. Can Deep Pressure Stimulation for seniors provide benefits? A look at DPS, products like weighted blankets, and advantages for older adults.
January 17, 2023

Decongestants May Do More Harm than Good

Doctors say that decongestants may do more harm than good. Read more details about it ...

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January 13, 2023

Juicing Health Craze: Hype or Helpful?

Juicing is on the fast track from fad to full-on health craze. Thanks to an ...

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Senior couple drinking juice with greens
January 10, 2023

Caring for Older Adults With Heart Issues

As the proportion of older adults in the U.S. continues to increase, appropriate care for ...

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January 6, 2023

Massage as Therapy

What seems like a pleasurable luxury can actually provide health and wellness benefits. Writer Donna ...

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woman getting massage. Image by Goodluz. Beyond relaxation, massage as therapy can provide health and wellness benefits, especially for those over 50, from anxiety to pain management.
January 3, 2023

Blackout: Seizure or Something Else?

Question: My husband blacked out at home and has no memory of the blackout or ...

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December 30, 2022

How to Start Eating Healthy: 5 Changes You Can Make Now

One of the most important things you can do for your optimal health is to ...

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December 23, 2022

Impact of Cold on the Heart

Clearing sidewalks and driveways of snow may be essential to keep from being shut in, ...

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a man shoveling snow. Image from Getty Images, courtesy of Family Features, American Heart Association. Many people face an increased risk of a heart attack or sudden cardiac arrest after shoveling snow, showing the impact of cold on the heart.
December 20, 2022

Add Plant-Based Holiday Foods to the Table

There’s nothing like the festive spread of beloved holiday meals to heighten the season’s celebratory ...

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December 19, 2022

A Personal Perspective on AFib

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation, you may find ...

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A woman grabbing her chest. Photo by Pornchai Soda. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with AFib, you may find the diagnosis frightening and the treatment confusing. Seniors Guide writer Donna Brody offers her personal perspective on AFib.