Legal Pain Relief: CBD Oil for Seniors A creaky hip here, a sore knee there — pain and aging seem to go hand-in-hand. After all, seniors are more likely to have degenerative or overuse conditions that cause pain, such as osteoarthritis and tendonitis. While there are many treatment options, some patients are turning to a […]
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The health benefits of exercise have long been scientifically documented. We know that regular and sustained physical activity reduces the risk of chronic disease, strengthens muscles, and improves sleep. For seniors, exercise has another important benefit: preventing falls. Falls are the leading cause of injuries for older adults, resulting in 2.8 million visits to the
If you’re wondering how new friendships fit into life after retirement, consider how we make friends in the first place. Throughout the course of our lives, we become acquainted with hundreds of thousands of people: classmates, teammates, those with whom we worship or share our communities. Many adults forge social connections at work, so a
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Throughout 2020, the world has had to learn the value of patience like no other time before. Patience as we waited to learn how to navigate our “new normal.” Patience as we waited for the time in which we could be with our friends and family once more. Now 2021 is here, and with it,
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“A house is made by brick and mortar, but a home is made by the people who live there.” – M.K. Soni Home for the holidays – An event so many of us plan for each season is looking very different this year. As COVID-19 continues to spread, threatening our vulnerable, senior populations the most,
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The Fountain of Youth: Lifestyle Changes Can Lead to Longer Lives Easy Ways to Increase Long-Term Health for Seniors Exercise. Physical exercise is one of the best ways to prevent some of the health problems that come along with age, such as diabetes and heart disease. For the maximum effect, combine aerobic activity such as
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Traditions are integral to the holidays, but this year’s celebrations will look far different than in years past. Large get-togethers that incorporate gift exchanges and holiday feasts are on hold for now, due to social distancing guidelines. Many new cases of Covid-19, or coronavirus, have been traced back to small-group gatherings. So, along with the
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Are you one of those people who starts at the end of a book, or who puts off the final few pages because you don’t want it to end? Whether you prefer a dreamy love story or an edge-of-your-seat thriller, you’re already part of a huge club. Amid all of today’s entertainment options, reading remains
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The COVID-19 pandemic is now entering its ninth month, and by now, social distancing, mask wearing, and other precautionary measures are just part of our daily routines. And while we’ve all learned to adjust our lives to reduce risk, one thing remains: stress. The impacts of COVID-19 on mental health cannot be understated. Fears over
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So, you’ve popped open the umbrella, pulled on the galoshes, and donned the poncho. You’ve taken all the steps necessary to avoid getting wet … but have you given the same consideration to avoid getting injured? Slips and falls are one of the most common means of injury among seniors, especially during the rainy season.
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