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Memorial Day is right around the corner, and the entire weekend is often seen as a way to kick off the summer season.

Falls are a big risk for seniors, and if you've already installed a medical alert system from Bay Alarm, you may be wondering what else you can do to ensure that your loved one is safe.

Believe it or not, one in three adults over age 65 has foot problems.

Even if you and your relatives don't live in an area where severe weather conditions usually occur, it never hurts to brush up on tornado safety tips.

While medications are designed to help your loved ones cope with the downfalls of aging bodies, sometimes taking several different prescriptions at once can lead to unintended dangers and adverse drug reactions.

Safety in the kitchen is important to all of us, but perhaps even more so for senior citizens.

If you and your loved one live in an area that's prone to earthquakes, or you'd just like a few tips to brush up on just in case, you should know that it's easy to make a home better-suited to seniors during an earthquake.

It's an unfortunate fact of life, but seniors are often the most targeted group of people when it comes to scams and fraud.

A study conducted by researchers from the Joslin Diabetes Center, Harvard University and the University of Cambridge discovered that scienctists may be able to reverse the age-related impairment of the body's ability to replace protective myelin sheaths, which protects nerve fibers.

While everyone is at risk of contracting flu during the colder months, older adults over the age of 65 are much more likely to suffer complications from the disease, which is why they are strongly urged to get vaccinated.

New research published in the online journal Stroke indicates that individuals who have a high intake of Omega-3s in their diet may be able to reduce the severity of a stroke.

Falls and the risk of falling can have negative effects on the quality of life, both physically and emotionally, for seniors.

Approximately, one in three adults over the age of 65 will experience a fall each year, and a new study suggests that falling may be an early sign of Alzheimer's disease.

Head trauma can increase an individuals risk of developing mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or dementia, according to recent studies.

Physical activity can help older adults stave off cognitive impairment, and can reduce the risk of falling and injury.

Alzheimer's disease can cause confusion and loss of spacial awareness, which increases the risk of injury in adults who have been diagnosed.

Seniors who live in Arizona and qualify for Medicare will be able to take advantage of a new program for elderly adults at the ActiveRx Rehabilitation center in Chandler, Arizona.

People who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease only account for about 13 percent of Medicare subscribers.

Deteriorating health and hazardous homes can contribute to the risk off falls for elderly individuals.

Falling is a major concern for elderly individuals, as one in every three people over the age of 65 falls each year.

Even though the ice and snow have long since melted and summer has arrived, seniors are still at risk of falling.

In Tennessee, recent storms have been causing flash floods and knocking out power for thousands of residents.

Elderly individuals may have a higher likelihood of falling if they take medications, such as sedatives, anti-depressants, heart medicines and other pharmaceutical drugs.

Researchers from the University of Massachusetts Medical School recently conducted a study on the causes of falls for older adults, and they found that the risk of falling varies from person to person.

Summer is finally here and, in some parts of the country, the season appears to making itself known with a vengeance.

Many adult children are unsure of what to do when they start looking after their parents. One of their top priorities should be a senior's safety.

Many seniors want to live in their homes for as long as possible, but it's important to make sure that the residence is safe during the golden years.

It's rare to hear about the virtues of eating pizza every day, but investigators recently said that Memphis, Tennessee, resident Jean Wilson's habit may just have saved her life.

Last fall, Edna Price's husband went out for groceries as he normally would during the week. Price was alone in her bedroom when she suddenly slipped and fell onto the floor.

While falls are an all-too-frequent occurrence among senior citizens, they may actually be preventable if older adults employ the right amount of caution, exercise and awareness, according to The Joplin Globe.

A new comprehensive study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society has found that falls can be one of the most dangerous incidents in an older adult's life.

A fall is one of the most common causes of injury for senior citizens, but there some effective precautions that older adults can take when making a home and lifestyle age-friendly, according to The Mayo Clinic.

Certain medication can improve the quality of life for many older adults, but there is also a risk of taking too much.

Many baby boomers and seniors plan to live at home during their golden years, but few consider what a hassle maintenance tasks can become, particularly if they are the only ones left to do them.

A unique therapy program is taking place in North Carolina's Kings Mountain Hospital - it consists of helping seniors with a one-on-one format, so each session is customized to their needs, according to The Shelby Star.

A recent study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society has discovered that up to 40 percent of seniors fall each year and these incidents can lead to serious injuries and health conditions.

A new computer program installed in hospitals that analyzes a patient's risk for a fall has proven to cut the chance of an injury by almost half, MedPageToday.com reports.

In honor of September's National Fall Prevention Month, a Long Island senior center taught a class of more than 50 members some basic precautions and safety measures that should be taken to prevent and recover from a fall, according to LIHerald.com.

AARP research has shown that 89 percent of seniors want to age in their own homes, but it can be dangerous for older adults to stay independent without taking the proper precautions in their home.

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that approximately 40 percent of seniors who aren't living in facilities fall every year, but a new study suggests that there is a difference in risk for those who fall indoors and those who fall outdoors, according to SeniorJournal.com.

For senior citizens who are aging in their own homes, falling can present a serious medical risk. Luckily, with enough caution and planning, it is possible to make sure that a household is safe and there are relatively few hazards that could trigger an incident.

A new study that examined 500 people, aged 70 to 90, has concluded that the anxiety that some seniors have about falling can actually lead to a fall, regardless of the actual, physical risk, according to MSN.com.

Jon Sugarman, a nurse practitioner for New Jersey's Overlook Hospital, recently told The Cranford Patch that it is vitally important for senior patients to speak out about their medical issues when they are at the hospital.