Some commonly used meds could speed mental declineA widely used group of prescription and over-the-counter medications could speed up older adults’ mental decline, a series of studies in...
5 ways to fight off compassion fatigueBeing a family caregiver has never been easy. But now, with all the added stresses from the pandemic, it’s harder than ever – so much...
Is bulk buying a good or a bad idea? YesBuying groceries and other household items in bulk has always offered the chance to save money. Today, particularly for seniors, it also...
Help your body heal itselfDuring sleep, your body restores, repairs and rejuvenates itself, and replenishes hormones to a healthy level. According to NIH...
Why experts are of two minds about the value of cognitive screening. Almost 6 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease, and just about everyone over 65 has at least some fear of getting it. The first step...
Telemedicine isn’t just good for primary care.Last month, as Virginia was starting to reopen, I wrote about the advantages of using telemedicine for primary care. It turns out that,...