Keep knees and hips intact while aging
Warding off hip or knee replacements can help a senior be able to age in place for longer. Although nearly 400,000 people have such procedures done annually, there are ways to stall or preve...
October 14, 2011
Psoriasis suffers may also be prone to specific form of arthritis
According to a new study, one in four of the 7.5 million people in the U.S. that suffer from the skin condition psoriasis, may also be suffering from psoriatic arthritis - many of whom batt...
October 13, 2011
Many retirees aren’t ready for the costs
According to a new MetLife study, many baby boomers don't comprehend what it takes to retire successfully in this day and age....
October 12, 2011
Boomers ill prepared for the future
Most boomers are trying hard to achieve a retirement that includes activities other than staying at their homes. ...
October 10, 2011
New app may help seniors and caregivers stay on top of tasks
Technology continues to amaze, as now a new iPhone, iPad or iPod app allows caregivers to know if and when their elder loved one did what they were supposed to on their own. ...
October 5, 2011
Hawaii takes senior falls seriously
State officials in Hawaii are coming together to educate the residents on the severity of senior falls, as an average of 82 seniors living on the islands die each year from fall related inju...
October 3, 2011
For MA seniors, Yoga spells balance
A number of older women in Danvers, Massachusetts, have discovered a new passion that not only helps them stay fit, but also allows them to develop balance - yoga. ...
September 29, 2011
Iowa hopes to prevent senior falls
For many elders, falling can mean a loss of independence, serious injury or even death. To prevent such outcomes, Iowa Methodist Medical Center is offering free balance screenings to seniors...
September 21, 2011
New technology may help those with sleep apnea
Engineers from the University of Utah are using wireless technology to try and measure the breathing of post-surgery patients, elders and babies at risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS...
September 20, 2011
Slight memory loss could lead to dementia
Having more accurate measures to determine when an elder loved one may need more assistance is key to letting them age in place, while still ensuring their safety....
September 15, 2011
