Here is an important reminder for people across the country to guard their eye health. According to the 2016 National Health Interview Survey, 25.5 million Americans...
If you’re hard of hearing, you can greatly facilitate your aural comprehension by learning to read lips. But how do you develop this ability? The first...
For decades, we’ve passed on the baby oil in favor of slathering on sunblock. The public health campaigns that warned of the dangers of skin cancer...
June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and is an important time for making sure the seniors in your life are being cared for properly....
If you’ve ever slept next to someone who snores, you know the routine. Perhaps you’ve learned to live with it, or maybe you’re the partner who’s...
Did you know that many lifestyle choices that affect your overall health could also affect the health of your eyes? Here are three facts about how...
Lyme disease is an inflammatory illness caused by bacteria transmitted via black-legged ticks (more commonly known as deer ticks). Lyme disease can last for years and...
Vaccines given during adulthood can prevent the spread of serious diseases that may lead to poor health, missed work, costly medical bills and even death. As...
It’s normal for women to experience a variety of symptoms during menopause including hot flashes, trouble sleeping and weight gain. Here are some tips for dealing...
Smoking e-cigarettes, also commonly known as vaping, has become a popular alternative to smoking regular cigarettes. An e-cigarette, or Electronic Nicotine Delivery System (ENDS), is a...
Water is fuel to our bodies! It is important to drink enough water every day for a variety of reasons. Watch this video as our Warren...
Depression is a mood disorder that causes persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness and lack of interest. Unsurprisingly, it can be devastating for the person with the...
Your brain is “the boss” of your body. Many different parts of your brain work together so you can function. Sleep is vital for brain health! ...
Celiac disease is a type of autoimmune disease characterized by an inability to ingest gluten without causing damage to the small intestine. When people with celiac...
Each year, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association sponsors Better Hearing & Speech Month, an awareness campaign dedicated to educating the public about communication disorders. A communication disorder...
With the re-emergence of longer days and outdoor fun, it’s worth noting that skin care involves more than simple sunscreen. The Skin Cancer Foundation reports that...
It sometimes seems inevitable: as you get older, things ache more — most noticeably, your back. But does it need to be that way? Can you...
Thanks to increased awareness and major advances in medical research over the last 30 years, cancer survival rates have drastically improved. Let’s keep doing our part...
Do you regularly have trouble sleeping? You’re not alone, in fact, this is a common problem among seniors. Fortunately, there are a number of things you...
Seniors are at risk for malnutrition. Though their need for nutrients remains largely the same as when they were younger, their need for energy, and therefore...
April is National Cancer Control Month, a time for raising awareness about the prevention and treatment of cancer. In honor of the annual event, here’s the...
Cognitive aging refers to the changes a person undergoes in their ability to think, sense and reason as they get older. It seems simple enough, but...
Your genes determine how your body develops and functions. When genetic mutations occur, the cells in your body can start to divide uncontrollably, which may then...
According to numerous sleep surveys, the majority of people sleep on their sides rather than on their backs or stomachs. But did you know that which...
On average, it takes people who notice a change in their hearing five to seven years to do something about it. This is unfortunate, as hearing...
Did you know that having one or more alcoholic drinks a day increases your chances of getting cancer? According to the American Cancer Society, regularly having...
Prescription opioids are medications used for treating acute pain due to surgery, serious injury or illness. When used correctly, opioids can effectively control severe types of...
Between 1990 and 2010, the number of elderly immigrants age 65 and older in America rose from 2.7 to about 5 million. While seniors in general...
Leeks are part of the same family as onions and garlic but have a subtler flavor profile. Additionally, they’re a good source of dietary fiber and...
Conversations tend to be challenging for people with dementia, especially as the condition progresses. This doesn’t mean, however, that discussions aren’t energizing and enjoyable for them....