Keeping A Senior Loved One Hydrated – How Much Do They Really Need
Due to some well-meaning national health strategies a decade or so, we’ve been taught that everyone absolutely needs to drink eight glasses of water a day, no more, no less. Unfortunately, while modern health experts agree that good hydration is essential to living...
Staying Abreast Of A Senior’s Immunization Needs
When thinking about immunizations, it’s easy enough to think of children first. After all, little ones in this world benefit from receiving protection from all sorts of diseases that are out there. Being fully immunized also keeps them from infecting others. That’s...
Increase Your Understanding Of Gastroparesis
If a loved one says they’re full after a few bites of a meal, there might be more happening than them “just not feeling that hungry right now.” Be sure to alert a preferred medical professional if this begins to happen more frequently since it’s possible they may be...
Wellness in Focus: Social Wellness Month and International Self-Care Day
In an era where fast-paced lifestyles and constant connectivity dominate, the importance of personal well-being has never been more evident. Amidst the myriad of wellness observances, two particularly stand out in July: Social Wellness Month and International...
Summer Sun and Older Skin: What to Watch Out For
July is the month each year when UV Safety Awareness Month is staged, and the idea behind this observance is to raise awareness of the potential dangers associated with unprotected exposure to the harsh rays of the sun. This is an excellent idea because many seniors...
Why Seniors Should Exercise Caution When Self-Medicating
Herbal/Prescription Interaction Awareness Month is scheduled for July in 2023, and that makes now a good time to take stock of exactly which medications and dosages your senior loved one is currently using. Taking the wrong medication or the wrong dosage can have...
How Boredom Interferes With an Older Adult’s Life
Most people will go through at least several periods in their lives where they feel totally bored with life, and that nothing new is ever going to happen to change things. This feeling is usually much more pronounced in the lives of seniors because it’s very easy to...