Medical Conditions

When seniors lose interest in life, it’s a sign of anhedonia, which is a common symptom of depression

Medical Conditions

Seniors Losing Interest in Life: 7 Ways to Help With Anhedonia

Sometimes, older adults begin to withdraw from favorite activities and seem to lose interest in life. This could be anhedonia,...

cold and flu prevention

Health & Wellness / Medical Conditions

16 Cold and Flu Prevention Tips for Seniors and Caregivers

Date published: 2022-10-12 Seniors and caregivers are vulnerable to the flu Cold and flu season is upon us again. In...

hearing loss in seniors

Common Aging Conditions / Medical Conditions

10 Common Signs of Hearing Loss in Seniors

Hearing loss is common in seniors Hearing loss can’t be seen, so it’s usually noticed as a change in behavior....

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Alzheimer's & Dementia / Medical Conditions

7 Treatable Diseases That Mimic Alzheimer’s

Don’t assume unusual behavior is caused by Alzheimer’s If your older adult’s behavior changes, it’s normal to be worried. And...

senior leaves the hospital

Medical Conditions

This Hospital Discharge Checklist Prepares Seniors for Successful Recovery

Preparing before leaving the hospital is essential for recovery After a hospitalization, older adults still need extra care in order...

What Medicare does and doesn’t cover for heart disease and cardiovascular health

Medical Conditions / Medicare & Medicaid

Understanding Medicare Coverage for Heart Disease

Because heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., preventive cardiovascular care is essential for older adults....

The flu shot is especially important for adults 65 years and older, who account for most hospitalizations and deaths from flu.

COVID-19 / Medical Conditions

Flu Vaccine for Seniors: Covid-19 and the 2021-2022 Flu Season

Covid-19 and the 2021-2022 flu season With hospitals across the country already overwhelmed with COVID-19 hospitalizations, getting a flu shot...

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Medical Conditions

4 Ways to Know If Seniors Need to Return to the Hospital

How to know if recovery is going well or not After a hospitalization, the last thing anyone wants is for...

Prevent incontinence-related skin problems and make changes fast and easy with this absorbent wrap pad for men.

Medical Conditions / Sponsored Content

4 Ways to Prevent Incontinence-related Skin Problems

When you’re caring for someone with incontinence, you know how sensitive their skin is and how easily irritation, rashes, or...

nighttime incontinence

Medical Conditions / Sponsored Content

Nighttime Incontinence: 6 Tips to Sleep Through the Night

We often take a good night’s sleep for granted…until it’s no longer possible. And caring for someone with nighttime incontinence...

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