by alwaysbestcare | May 3, 2023 | Senior Health
Arthritis is a condition that can affect people of all ages, though many people associate it with older adults. Several types of arthritis are more common in seniors, but it is not specifically a disease of aging. May is National Arthritis Awareness Month and a great...
by alwaysbestcare | Mar 27, 2023 | Senior Health
Did you know that as you age, your heart changes? Older adults are at increased risk of heart disease, heart attacks, and strokes, making taking care of your heart even more important. Years of use and activities that impact the heart can cause clogging or hardening...
by alwaysbestcare | Mar 17, 2023 | Senior Health
March is Brain Injury Awareness month and a great time to review the serious impact that traumatic and non-traumatic brain injuries can have on seniors’ lives. According to the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA), “There are more than 5.3 million individuals in...
by alwaysbestcare | Mar 17, 2023 | Senior Health
Injuries sustained from a fall can seriously affect seniors’ lives and their ability to safely live independently. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 36 million falls are reported among older adults every year, and about three...
by alwaysbestcare | Nov 1, 2022 | Senior Health
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD affects millions of Americans, but it tends to be more common in older adults. Research has shown that approximately 10% of Americans aged 75 or older are living with COPD, and the actual percentage may be higher since...
by alwaysbestcare | Sep 29, 2022 | Senior Health
Depression affects people of all ages, but it is not a natural part of aging. It is normal for seniors to feel periods of sadness or grief over changes to their health or a friend’s passing, but this shouldn’t be a persistent feeling that negatively impacts their...
