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Female senior with large white dog

June 8, 2015

5 Reasons Seniors Should Have a Pet

If your senior loved one has a pet to take care of, he or she can have a new sense of purpose and become a happier person.

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Seniors holding hand weights

May 29, 2015

5 Tips to Avoid Unintentional Weight Loss in Seniors

Unintentional weight loss in seniors is a serious matter and can lead to infection, depression and even death, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians.

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Seniors on patio with coffee cups

May 28, 2015

3 Dental Care Tips for Seniors

In addition to seeing a dentist every six months, seniors can do a few things to improve their dental health.

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Female senior with coffee

May 21, 2015

6 Ways Seniors Can Manage Incontinence

Incontinence can be an embarrassing health condition that plagues many seniors.

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Female senior smiling

May 21, 2015

5 Ways to Alleviate Dry Mouth

Dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, is a common condition among seniors and can lead to loose dentures, mouth sores and even difficulty swallowing.

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Seniors on patio with coffee cups

May 15, 2015

6 Summer Safety Tips for Seniors

Seniors should take extra caution in the summertime.

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Male seniors seated with female caregiver

May 14, 2015

6 Communication Tips for Those Affected by Alzheimer’s

If one of your loved ones suffers from this disease, you might find it very challenging to communicate with him.

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May 13, 2015

NIH Provides New Alzheimer’s Research Recommendations

On May 1, 2015, the National Institutes of Health released new recommendations for the future of research related to Alzheimer’s disease.

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Bowl of blueberries

May 13, 2015

4 Foods that Benefit Your Heart

Eating certain foods can lower your risk of heart disease. 

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Male wearing headphones looking at wrist

April 24, 2015

Keep Your Hearing in Good Health to Stay Sharp

A significant portion of those with hearing loss in the U.S. have never received treatment for the condition, which can lead to social isolation, depression and be a detriment to cognitive function.

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