Senior adults are more likely to end up in the emergency room than younger adults. Seniors who have diabetes are at the highest risk for recurring ER trips. While it’s not always possible to prevent a trip to the hospital, knowing the risks and taking care of yourself properly can help to minimize or prevent … Read more
We’ve long been told that a daily, low dose of aspirin can help to thin seniors’ blood and work toward preventing a heart attack. But is that advice true for every senior or just for those who have already suffered a heart attack or are at higher risk for heart attack? Until recently, seniors who … Read more
Alzheimer’s disease causes protein plaques and tangles to form in the brains of those affected by the disease. These protein growths are known as beta-amyloid proteins, and they build up slowly over time in the brain, causing cognitive issues such as memory loss, confusion, and changes in mood and temperament. Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth … Read more
