Medical Conditions

Dehydration can cause serious health problems so be alert to symptoms of dehydration in elderly

Medical Conditions

Dehydration in Seniors: An Often-Overlooked Health Risk

Dehydration is dangerous for senior health Drinking enough water is important for everyone, but especially for older adults who are...

Brief stroke-like symptoms means seniors may have had a TIA, or mini stroke

Medical Conditions

TIA Is a Warning Sign of Stroke and Vascular Dementia

A TIA is a mini stroke If your older adult suddenly feels odd or acts strangely, even for a few...

Try these 6 effective home remedies for constipation in seniors

Medical Conditions

Constipation in Seniors: 6 Effective Home Remedies

By Connie Chow, Founder at DailyCaring Chronic constipation is a common issue for seniors Constipation is an issue that many...

most common chronic diseases in older adults

Medical Conditions

10 Common Chronic Diseases in Seniors: How to Prevent and Manage

Keep seniors healthier by understanding chronic health conditions 80% of seniors have at least one chronic health condition and 68%...

seniors recovering from surgery

In-Home Care / Medical Conditions

7 Ways to Help Seniors Recover from Surgery

Recovering from surgery can be extra challenging for older adults and extra stressful for caregivers. Dr. Chris Dickson shares 7...

Palliative care improves quality of life by relieving pain, managing symptoms, and reducing the stress of serious health conditions

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How Palliative Care Improves Seniors’ Quality of Life

Palliative care is focused on quality of life Palliative (PAL-ee-uh-tiv) care is medical care designed for people with serious health...

Geriatric doctors have more experience with health conditions common in seniors and with people who have multiple chronic conditions

Medical Conditions

What Does a Geriatric Doctor Do? How Seniors Benefit From a Specialist

Seniors with complex health needs can benefit from a specialist Many older adults have multiple chronic health conditions. Treatments for...

cpr for seniors

Living Will / DNR / Medical Conditions

The Reality of CPR for Seniors: Get the Facts

CPR is brutal, especially for seniors An important end-of-life consideration for seniors is whether or not they would want to...

seasonal depression

Health & Wellness / Medical Conditions

4 Ways Seniors and Caregivers Can Prevent and Manage Seasonal Depression

Many people struggle to get through the winter season – and not just because bad weather makes everyday tasks difficult. Those...

managing dysphagia

Medical Conditions

7 Tips for Seniors and Caregivers Managing Dysphagia

Difficulty swallowing food or liquids is a serious problem for seniors. This is often caused by a condition called dysphagia,...

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