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Dr. Leslie Kernisan

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In a health crisis, it’s difficult to know how to honor someone’s wishes. A doctor shares a true story about someone with advanced illness and her wishes.

The Power of Offering Alternatives: A True End-Of-Life Story

Not every health crisis can be planned for and, in the moment, it’s often difficult to know how to honor...

after a fall

Medical Conditions

8 Things to Have the Doctor Check After an Aging Person Falls

Falls are a serious matter for older adults. Even if there are no injuries, it’s a warning sign of underlying...

6 ways to solve common elderly medication problems

6 Common Medication Problems in Seniors and 6 Ways to Solve Them

Medications have the potential to harm senior health For most older adults, taking medication is essential for managing serious health...

Choose safer over-the-counter painkillers and find out about serious tylenol side effects in seniors

5 Tips for Choosing the Safest Over-the-Counter Painkillers for Seniors

Protect senior health by choosing the safest over-the-counter pain reliever Older adults are often dealing with aches and pains caused...

3 tips on how to decide on moving someone with dementia and 3 ways to find a better assisted living community

Alzheimer's & Dementia Memory Care / Assisted Living Facility

Problems in Assisted Living: Should You Move Someone with Alzheimer’s?

What to do when there are problems in assisted living When an older adult with Alzheimer’s or dementia gets settled...

how is dementia diagnosed

Alzheimer's & Dementia

How Is Dementia Diagnosed? A Geriatric Doctor Explains

What it takes to get a dementia diagnosis So many families ask “how is dementia diagnosed?” If you’re concerned that...

medications that cause falls

10 Medications That Cause Falls in Seniors: Use with Caution

Be aware of common medications that cause falls Falls are a major reason for seniors to lose independence and mobility....

medications for alzheimer's behavior

Alzheimer's & Dementia / Medications

5 Types of Medications for Alzheimer’s Behavior: Effectiveness, Benefits, and Risks

Sometimes medication is needed to reduce difficult dementia behaviors Someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia may become extremely anxious, paranoid, angry,...

seniors who refuse help

4 Tips to Deal with Seniors Who Refuse Help

When your senior refuses help One of the most frustrating parts of being a caregiver is dealing with an older adult who...