Most seniors manage more than 3 chronic health conditions Many seniors manage three or more chronic conditions and see multiple doctors and specialists. Having so many “cooks in the kitchen” can make staying healthy and maximizing quality of life especially challenging. Chronic health issues like diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, and heart disease require frequent appointments and usually, daily medications. With today’s…
Seniors may need help talking with doctors Figuring out how to get the best possible health care can be overwhelming. And for many older adults, a doctor’s appointment can be a confusing blur. That’s why having you as their health advocate can improve your older adult’s overall health – especially if they need help keeping track of details, making sure their care…
Seniors need someone to look out for their best interests Visiting the doctor can be an exhausting blur for some older adults. Sometimes, seniors aren’t able to fully understand what the doctor says or aren’t comfortable asking questions. They might not like to speak frankly about symptoms and concerns or are too shy to insist on treatments that are in their best…
Managing high blood pressure is essential for senior health High blood pressure (also known as HBP or hypertension) is a serious condition that’s common among older adults. In fact, nearly 120 million American adults have high blood pressure – 48% of the population. But only about 1 in 4 have their condition under control. High blood pressure is often called the “silent…
Seniors are at greater risk for harmful drug interactions Medications, food, vitamins, and supplements all have the potential to interact with each other. These drug interactions can cause negative side effects, unexpected symptoms, reduced medication effectiveness, or serious harm to health. And studies show that 87% of American seniors take one prescription drug, 36% take 5 or more, and 38% use over-the-counter…
American Geriatrics Society cautions seniors about certain drugs Older adults may be at increased risk for problems related to drug side effects or interactions. That’s because older bodies process medications differently. And also because many seniors are taking multiple drugs for multiple health conditions. To reduce risk, the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) maintains a list of medications that are more likely to…
Palliative care is focused on quality of life Palliative (PAL-ee-uh-tiv) care is medical care designed for people with serious health conditions. This type of care is focused on relieving pain, stress, and other disease symptoms. The #1 goal is to improve quality of life for patients and family. We explain how it’s different from hospice care, how seniors and caregivers benefit, what…
Palliative care could improve quality of life for seniors Palliative care (PAL-ee-uh-tiv) is medical care that’s focused on relieving pain, stress, and other disease symptoms. It’s an extra layer of support that’s designed to improve quality of life for people with serious health conditions. Many doctors may not think of recommending palliative care as an option for older adults. That’s why it’s…
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