Seniors' Health/Medicare

Whether readers enjoy active health, face chronic illness, or are approaching end of life issues, the Seniors’ Health and Medicare section provides useful, timely, research-based information.

Baby Boomers may learn normal changes of aging, healthy habits, immunization recommendations, and ways to maintain independence with adaptive devices. Older adults might explore menopause, prostate issues, heart disease, stroke, Alzheimer's, depression, veteran issues, insomnia, and shingles, while learning about infections like UTI and MRSA and how they present differently in seniors.

Caregivers may research options like adult daycare, assisted living or nursing homes or learn practical tips to provide safe care at home. Information on medications, mental health, abuse, and dealing with grief are also provided.

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Katrena Wells

Nov 18, 2009

Low Cost Transfer Aids May Prevent Injuries

In: Seniors' Health/Medicare (general)

Learn about inexpensive transfer devices that might keep a caregiver from injuring her back when helping a senior to move in bed or from one surface to another. more...

Nov 13, 2009

Asthma Symptoms and Triggers in Seniors

In: Seniors' Health/Medicare (general)

Many seniors have undiagnosed asthma. Learn common triggers and symptoms of this lung condition that affects about 6-10 percent of seniors. more...

Nov 9, 2009

Service Projects to Help Veterans