Did you know that the simple act of washing our hands has prevented the spread of diseases since the 1840s? When Dr. Semmelweis in Austria noticed that patients were dying at alarming rates at his hospital, he decided to conduct an experiment that required the student doctors to wash their hands after touching deceased patients […]
Category Archives: Health
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Dec
Dec
Two days ago, our team at Ourseniors.net wrote a blog about the holiday blues and its possible causes. Today we would like to dive in a little deeper into the subject. The holiday blues or seasonal affective disorder affects about 14% of Americans, according to a paper published by the US National Library of Medicine. […]
02
Dec
Dec
The end of fall marks the beginning of the holiday season. The holidays can be a joyful yet lonely time, especially for seniors. During the winter season the holidays can provoke a real syndrome called the holiday blues. The holiday blues are a feeling of overwhelming sorrow, introspection, and solitude. It steals the joys of […]
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Nov
Nov
The holidays are just a few weeks away and for many, this is the best time of the year. For some, this is not the best time of the year as it may serve as a reminder of financial instability, the inability to see family and friends or of past holidays and the people who […]
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Nov
Nov
American culture is obsessed with youth or the next big thing. The digital age has helped create shorter attention spans and the constant need for outer validation. So how does one age with grace in these modern times? Through mindfulness, grit and a positive outlook on life. Psychology Today offers a simple acronym to help […]
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Nov
Nov
November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, which is observed globally to raise awareness of one of the commonly overlooked cancers with the lowest survival rates. More than 150 people are diagnosed with it every day and it is the ninth most commonly diagnosed cancer in women and tenth most in men. It is not the […]
04
Nov
Nov
Did you know that one in ten individuals over the age of 60 have experienced abuse? According to the National Council of Aging, about five million senior Americans face elder abuse yearly! The act can be a singular occurrence or repeated. The abuse can be committed by family, long-term care staff or friends. Elder abuse […]
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Nov
Nov
The holiday season has officially started, which means cooler weather and plenty of great food! This season is a special time for friends and family. If you are caring for a senior or have a loved one in a long-term care facility remember to include them. These next few weeks can be a very lonely […]
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Oct
Oct
A healthy diet is necessary for individuals in all stages of life. A balanced diet optimizes and fuels the body throughout the long hours of the day. Diet becomes even more important as a person ages, especially after the onset of a disease like Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that devastates memory and […]
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Oct
Oct
A few days ago, our team at OurSeniors.net explained the oral health risks that seniors are exposed too as they age. These risks include gum disease, tooth loss, and oral cancer. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that one in five American adults who are 65 or older have lost all their […]
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Oct
Oct
Did you know that people over the age of 65 have a higher risk of developing oral health diseases? As individuals advance in age, there is a decline in oral health due to medications for chronic diseases, lifestyle behaviors, and genetics. This decline affects overall health according to The Center for Disease Control and Prevention […]
04
Oct
Oct
Did you ever have a dream you thought was too crazy to come true? Have you ever wanted to do something but thought you were too old to do it? Well, guess what? You are not the only one. In fact, everyone suffers from self-doubt here and there, especially seniors, it is part of the […]