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February 11, 2020 By Webmaster Articles Coronavirus • Health Tips • Safety Tips • Seniors 0 Comments

Coronavirus vs the Flu: How do They Compare?

There has been a considerable amount of news recently concerning the novel coronavirus. The deadly outbreak in China has killed hundreds of people and made many thousands sick. The novel coronavirus that causes the disease has been known provisionally as 2019-nCoV, while the disease caused by the virus officially has a name Covid-19. In the US, a few people who have come back from China have been identified as carrying the illness. With the media in a frenzy over the coronavirus, it overshadows what is a larger and more deadly threat, influenza or the common flu.

January 22, 2020 By Webmaster Articles Aging • Health Tips • Safety Tips • Seniors 0 Comments

Home Safety Tips for Older Adults

When it comes to injury, seniors are statistically more likely to get hurt through falls and other accidents in the home. There are several reasons for this, but generally speaking seniors are more vulnerable to injuries due not only to advancing age, but in not having the proper equipment and mobility issues.

January 10, 2020 By Webmaster Articles Health Tips • Safety Tips • Seniors 0 Comments

Stay Healthy During Flu Season: 5 Tips for Seniors

Flu season typically falls sometime between the start of fall and the end of spring. The current season did begin unusually early. By late November, the flu had hit hard in the Deep South, from Texas to Georgia. The virus then broke out in California and the Rocky Mountain states, but was not widespread in the Northeast until recently. For seniors, this can be a difficult time of the year since they are more vulnerable to the effects of the flu. What follows are a few tips you can employ to minimize catching the flu this season.

December 9, 2019 By Webmaster Articles Aging • Health Tips • Safety Tips • Seniors 0 Comments

Recommended Immunizations for Older Adults

As you get older, the ability of your body to fight off infections, resist colds and the flu, and recovery from illness becomes less efficient. This means that the need for recommended immunizations for older adults becomes more important. By addressing certain illnesses before they can strike, you can keep your immune system ready for the other challenges that it will face.

September 9, 2019 By Webmaster Articles Aging • Health Tips • Safety Tips • Seniors 0 Comments

Beginning Weight Training for Seniors

The older you get, the more muscle mass you will lose. However, the faster rate of muscle loss along with the bones become more fragile is a condition that can be reversed. In fact, no matter your age you can gain muscle mass back if you use resistance or weight training for seniors. This type of training can be easy to start, but for those who are just beginning it may take a little time to establish this beneficial habit.

January 24, 2019 By Webmaster Articles Aging • Health Tips • Safety Tips • Seniors 0 Comments

Stay Heart Healthy This February With These Tips

The signs of February coming are obvious. Perhaps most notably with the appearance of paper hearts, chocolate boxes, and roses that are associated with Valentine’s Day. However, it is also the coldest month of the year which keeps many people inside and away from exercise. While downing a few pieces of chocolate is fine for most people, including a few healthy tips for seniors, who are the most vulnerable to heart disease.

June 24, 2018 By Webmaster Articles Safety Tips • Seniors 0 Comments

Home Safety Tips for Seniors

For seniors, taking care of yourself starts by avoiding the many common causes of accidents that might cause serious damage to your health. The older you get, the longer it takes to recover from illness and injury, so by employing the right preventative measures, you can avoid being sick or injured in the first place.

January 24, 2018 By Webmaster Articles Dementia • Home Care • Safety Tips • Seniors 0 Comments

Preparing Your Home for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s Disease

When bringing a loved one who suffers from Alzheimer’s disease into your home, you will need to make some basic changes to the interior and exterior that will limit accidents from occurring. This is because those with the disease will require 24/7 care and removing all potential injury-causing obstacles will help make your job much easier.

November 10, 2017 By Webmaster Articles Safety Tips • Seniors 0 Comments

Bathroom Safety Tips to Prevent Falls and Injuries

For seniors who have limited mobility, the bathroom can be a dangerous place. Statistics show that many seniors who are injured in their homes were due to issues associated with using the bathroom. This is especially true for showering and bathing purposes which increases the danger. The good news is that there are simple bathroom safety measures that you can take which will significantly reduce the threat of injury.

October 24, 2017 By Webmaster Articles Safety Tips • Seniors • Travel Tips 0 Comments

Travel Tips for Seniors

If you are a senior and are planning a trip or perhaps you want to send your parents or grandparents to a place they’ve always wanted to go, it’s important to remember that seniors will have different needs and expectations when traveling. So, here are a few travel tips for seniors that will help you better prepare your plans for having a great time while avoiding some potential issues.

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