If you think that magical metamorphoses do not exist you must not keep pace with the time. Modern medicine keeps turning dreams to reality and making new researches. And, beyond the doubt, one of the greatest breakthroughs in the field was made with the invention of testosterone injections. Why are […]
Elder care
Treating Incontinence in the Elderly
Incontinence is one of the most embarrassing health problems you could have. Even if you’re elderly, the idea of not being able to control your bladder can be mortifying. If you’re suffering from this ailment, don’t feel like there’s nothing you can to help yourself. Despite the fact that incontinence […]
How Animal Therapy Helps Alzheimer’s Patients
Alzheimer's is a nasty illness and unfortunately there is nothing in medicine that can stop its ever increasing progress, but studies have shown that patients suffering from Alzheimer's who have pets will suffer less and will have health benefits which will only complement their overall state. It does not matter […]
What to Eat in Old Age
Let's face it, being old is not so bad. You have so much free time to do whatever you want, travel, watch TV or even to finally learn how to knit, and you can spend all the time in the world with your family, grandkids and friends. But on the […]
How to Make Your Dentures Last Longer
Dentures can be an expensive investment and you’ll want to do what you can to ensure their life is long. Having clean, strong dentures is your doorway to eating and having a smile you’re comfortable with. Take good care of your new teeth and they will last you a long […]
Family Responsibilities: Help Your Parents Live Comfortably in Old Age
Sometimes your parents can be over concerned with your life and future that they forget about their own. If you care about their wellbeing and future, talk to them a bit about their plans about life after they retire. It is never too soon to mention a subject like this. […]
Home Care vs. Assisted Living
As the American population ages, the number of elder care options has expanded to provide more choices for seniors. They can choose to stay in their own homes, with a range of services provided by caregivers. However, other seniors can benefit from assisted living facilities that have a number of […]
Getting Older: Take Care of Your Body and Mind
Getting old, it is something inevitable in every person's life. As we get older, our life becomes somehow harder and harder, but that doesn't mean that we should surrender and relinquish our life. It is our right to live our lives to the fullest. Take advantage of each and every […]
Dealing with Mobility Loss in Retirement
Immobility, or a loss of mobility, is a frightening experience, but much more of a big deal is made about it that really should be. As a nation, we tend to think that immobility is a problem that cannot be solved. It’s seen as something inevitable. However, while mobility problems […]
Mid-Stage Alzheimer's Caregiving: Tips for Coping with the Most Common Issues
Mid-stage is when this debilitating disease really begins to affect your loved one's life on a more significant level, and can last anywhere from two years to a decade or longer. While you and your family may have been able to hide the diagnosis from those around you up until […]
Activities For Seniors With Dementia
Caring for an elderly person with dementia is an undeniably challenging endeavor. Dementia is a progressive condition that slowly chips away at what a person is capable of doing, saying, and remembering. Many elderly people reach a point when they are so mentally and physically limited that their caregivers cease […]
Busting Common Psychological Health Myths
Arguably, brain is the most fascinating of all human organs, considering that everything that's been drastically salubrious or drastically destructive for the quality of human life has originated from someone's brain! Nevertheless, there is much to know about the brain, right from the real truth behind commonly accepted myths to […]