Can Physical Therapy Prevent Senior Falls?
With more than one in four adults over 65 suffering a fall each year, falls are the leading cause of injury for older adults in the United States. Many of these falls can create serious injuries that lead to long-term health complications and disabilities. However,...
What To Do When COPD Gets Worse During The Winter
As the weather gets colder and winter settles in, it’s not always the cold that has a negative effect on our bodies....
The Top 10 Tips for Caring for an Elderly Parent
Written by guest blogger Sadie Cornelius, SafeSmartLiving.com Our parents raise us from the day we are born well into...
A Diabetic’s Guide to Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving dinner is one of the most highly-anticipated meals of the entire year, but it can be disastrous on your...
Switching Doctors Once You Turn 65
Turning 65 is a milestone birthday that comes with many new changes--and that’s not necessarily a bad thing! You have...
Exercise Tips for Diabetics
November is American Diabetes Month. We have already explored the ways in which changing your diet can have a big...
Eating for Diabetes
Diabetes has become a growing problem in the United States, especially with the senior population. On average, type 2...
Celebrating Veterans Day With Your Loved Ones
“The willingness of America’s veterans to sacrifice for our country has earned them our lasting gratitude.” – Jeff...
5 Ways Caregivers Can Help Their Elderly Loved Ones Prevent Falls
Written by guest blogger Caroline Maurer, SafeWise.com When you’re little and take a tumble at the playground, a...
Elderly Alcohol Abuse: What You Need to Know
Alcohol dates back to Ancient Greece, who used wine as part of religious rituals. Although the Greeks imbibed...
The Importance of Aerobic Exercise for Seniors
October is Healthy Lung Month, which calls attention to the importance of keeping your lungs healthy and fit. Your...
