Medical Conditions

why do seniors have trouble swallowing

Medical Conditions

Why Do Seniors Have Trouble Swallowing?

Swallowing problems are more common in seniors Some older adults have trouble swallowing food or liquids. This serious condition is...

signs of stroke

Medical Conditions

Recognize Signs of Stroke and Act F.A.S.T.

Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability Strokes are serious and can be deadly. Being familiar with the...

pneumonia in seniors

Medical Conditions

Pneumonia in Seniors: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

Older adults are more vulnerable to illness and pneumonia in seniors is a common complication during cold and flu season....

After a recent fall, you’re probably worried about your older adult. Take 5 steps to reduce the chances they’ll fall again.

Medical Conditions / Practical Tips

5 Steps to Take After an Older Adult Has a Fall

If your older adult has recently taken a fall, you’re probably worried about what to do next. TheKey (formerly, Home...

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....

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...

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