Both Alzheimer’s disease and frontotemporal dementia (FTD) are types of progressive brain diseases. The senior affected by either will experience a gradual loss of function.… Read More »The Difference Between Alzheimer’s Disease and Frontotemporal Dementia
Buildups of the protein tau in brain cells are a hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers who recently studied older adults found a link between tau… Read More »How Physical Activity Helps Cognitive Health
Aging adults are least likely to get sick from influenza; however, when a senior does come down with the flu, it is particularly dangerous and… Read More »How to Protect Seniors from the Flu
Snowflakes and shimmering icicles disguise the actual dangers of the winter season. Beyond the breathtaking beauty of winter, this season holds many hazards for people… Read More »Preparing Your Senior Parents for the Winter
It is normal for seniors to have a bowel movement every two to three days, although having one every day is considered ideal. When bowel… Read More »What Helps Constipation in the Elderly?
Shingles, caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox, may have innocuous beginnings, but can cause serious health complications in seniors. As an uncomfortable skin… Read More »How to Identify and Manage Shingles in the Elderly
It’s no joke that laughter is oftentimes the best medicine. Numerous physical and emotional health benefits are associated with laughter. Finding laughter in daily life… Read More »Activities for Seniors that Appeal to Their Sense of Humor
Conflicts are inevitable when adult children assume the role of family caregiver for older parents. As family caregivers now make decisions that affect the elderly… Read More »How to Avoid Arguments with Your Senior Parents
As with many body parts, the fingernails change with age. A variety of influences, from nutritional deficiencies to long-term exposure to ultraviolet light, affect how… Read More »Fingernail Care for the Elderly
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