Baby boomers and hep c might seem like an odd pairing, but research shows that baby boomers are 5 times as likely as other generations to be diagnosed with Hepatitis C.
Progressive Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care
More than 5 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s Disease, and someone new is diagnosed every 67 seconds. While Alzheimer’s and dementia are frustrating diagnoses to receive, it’s also often quite difficult for the loved ones of those diagnosed to...
Seniors and Shingles
When you were a kid, the chickenpox were probably not that big a deal. You’d stay home from school for a week, put on some calamine lotion, and do your best not to scratch. It was no fun but you got through it. Indeed, according to the CDC, one out of every three...
Potassium Has Health Benefits for Older Women
Potassium is among the most important minerals on the Periodic Table of the Elements. As the third most abundant mineral in the human body, potassium is critical to nerve transmission and muscle function. According to Organic Facts, your dietary intake of potassium is...
Take Advantage of Caregiver Respite Programs
As the primary caregiver to a loved one, you are on the clock 24/7. Though caregiver responsibilities will vary, the one thing they all have in common is that these responsibilities may at times seem endless. From treatment management and physical support to household...
