Summer means spending more time outdoors enjoying warmer weather. However, in the heat of the sun, dehydration, heatstroke, and other heat-related emergencies can occur if adequate prevention measures are not taken. To prevent a heat-related emergency from happening, here are 5 safety tips.
A Senior’s Guide to Heart Health
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in Canada, and this is especially true for seniors. Age is one of the risk factors for heart disease which cannot be controlled, along with family history. However, there are still many things to be done to reduce the risk of developing heart disease.
Four Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Home Healthcare Service
Hiring a home healthcare service to care for your aging loved ones is a fantastic decision. Home healthcare services will provide loved ones with companionship and care, all while easing stress on the family, especially for the primary family caregiver, often a daughter, son, or a close relative. Here are four questions to ask before choosing a home healthcare service.
Aging and Maintaining Healthy Bones
Most people don’t usually think much about their bones or the health of their bones as they go through their daily routines unless something unfortunate happens. Yet having and maintaining healthy bones is essential to virtually every aspect of our daily lives.
Retirement and Health Care Expenses – Are You Prepared?
When people consider retirement, they generally focus on the positive aspects, like a vacation home, traveling, social events, hobbies, and sporting activities. Budgeting for age-related expenses is the last thing you want to do when you are healthy, but preparing now can save a lot of grief later.
Make Gardening Easier for Seniors
Growing your own beautiful flowers and tasty fresh vegetables are a couple of good reasons to spend time working in the garden. But gardening can also save you money, boost your mood and improve your health. There are generations of people in North America who have never spent time with their hands in the soil or tasted a home-grown tomato, … Read More
Seniors Coping With Tinnitus
Are you hearing ringing, hissing, buzzing or roaring sounds in one or both of your ears? What you’re experiencing is called tinnitus. This ringing in the ears is most common in seniors, and though it can be extremely annoying, it is usually not a sign of a serious problem. Tinnitus can be caused by a number of conditions, including ear … Read More
Maintaining a Healthy Weight as a Senior
People are living longer and enjoying active lifestyles well into their 80s and 90s. Research continues to confirm that eating well and being physically active can have a dramatic impact on quality of life for older adults. You are never too old to reap the benefits of a healthy diet and exercise. In fact, as we age, our food choices … Read More
Seniors and Seasonal Affective Disorder
While seasonal affective disorder is found in adults of all ages, older adults may have lifestyle factors that put them at higher risk. Seniors with mobility issues may get much less time outdoors and less exposure to natural sunlight. The recent death of a loved one and feelings of isolation can also increase the risk of developing SAD. Here are some tips to help.
Senior Fitness: Exercise and Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a disease which causes bones to become fragile and easy to fracture. It is a major cause of disability for older women. A fractured hip or spine impacts personal mobility and independence for a lengthy period of time. People with osteoporosis may believe they should shy away from exercise to be safe and prevent fractures. However, keeping your … Read More