April is Autism Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and understanding about this neurological and developmental disorder that affects 75 million people across the globe. While that number is 1% of the global population, it’s important to recognize how this disorder affects people, what it actually means, and how April is used to raise […]
Category Archives: Health
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Mar
Mar
While Florida is known for its “level-headed” temperatures during the spring and start of summer, the high for the state will still often reach 88 degrees Fahrenheit. You might be thinking, that’s perfect beach weather and while it can be, any temperature over 82 technically calls for extreme caution. It’s easy to get wrapped up […]
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Mar
Mar
Did you know that of adults 65 or older, 36% of them have at least one type of disability? What’s interesting is that there are 21 different types of disabilities and there is one among seniors that isn’t talked about as much as you might think. For those 60 or older, at least 46% of this population […]
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Mar
Mar
Anywhere between 75% and 96% of seniors have admitted to making mistakes with their medication. This is concerning considering that this could represent how many older adults either don’t understand the side effects, general effects, or dosing recommendations of their medications. You should never result to guesswork when it comes to handling prescriptions even if you […]
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Mar
Mar
OurSeniors.Net strives to be your go-to source for news about senior living in Florida, your number one “for seniors magazine.” We like to bring both useful information and news of special interest to OurSeniors. The recent announcements about reductions in costs for insulin fits the bill. If you are in a Medicare Part D prescription […]
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Mar
Mar
What Is Ayurveda and How Does It Benefit Seniors Ayurveda is a natural and alternative Hindu system of medicine originating in India over 3000 years ago. The term translates to knowledge of life and uses diet, herbal treatment, and yogic breathing. Ayurveda is considered a pseudoscience and is practiced in some form by about 80% […]
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Feb
Feb
In 2020 alone, there were at least 18.1 million cancer cases and the thing is, a fair number of cancer cases are preventable. This is why cancer awareness is so important, especially among seniors. Prevention tactics and early detection can save lives. February is National Cancer Prevention Month, and it is a time to raise awareness about […]
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Feb
Feb
Did you know that those over the age of 65 are actually considered to be the most unhealthy age group? A lot of the time, health concerns, chronic conditions, and certain disorders that seniors may experience can be prevented. It all starts with the intention to be a bit healthier and to pay attention to […]
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Feb
Feb
Hospitalizations and trips to urgent care facilities are often seen as a tipping point for seniors. While the highest rates for emergency room visits are for infants, seniors are just about equal to this. However, the thing is, in the case of seniors, it’s often a last resort. While this may not be the same for all, […]
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Jan
Jan
As we get older, our feet tend to change in a number of ways. We may experience less elasticity in our skin, dryness, and cracking. These changes can lead to discomfort and even pain. At least 80% of seniors have issues with their feet and among a variety of problems that naturally come with age, […]
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Jan
Jan
The game of Bingo was invented in 1929 and since then, it has only become more popular since its creation. There are multiple variations of the game and they make great options for seniors that want to enjoy time in a bingo hall, go on a trip to a casino, or that want to have […]
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Jan
Jan
Did you know that for every four seniors, at least one will experience some form of threat to their mental health? Seniors are susceptible to the risk of the development of mental disorders like dementia or depression. Exactly 15% of those 60 and older have a mental disorder and it’s important to realize that you don’t […]