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September 18, 2023 —
Since it’s National Cholesterol Education Month, let’s find out how much you know about cholesterol. True or False: All cholesterol is bad for you. True or False: You can feel it when you have high cholesterol. True or False: Eating food with a lot of cholesterol will automatically make your cholesterol levels go up. True... Read More
September 4, 2023 —
It wasn’t too long ago that the mantra of physical fitness was “No pain, no gain.” Thankfully, we’ve realized that forcing your body to endure pain can actually mean you are overtraining and risking injury, like a torn ligament. Still, there are good kinds of pain; the key is knowing the difference between what pain... Read More
August 20, 2023 —
Just under 60 million adults in the U.S. are 65 or older – that’s about 16.8% of the nation’s population! Monday, Aug. 21, is National Senior Citizens Day and a terrific excuse to give more love and attention to the elders in your life. President Reagan established National Senior Citizens Day in 1988, proclaiming “For... Read More
August 3, 2023 —
Do you remember when you had your last eye exam? If not, August is National Eye Exam Month so it’s the perfect time to schedule your next appointment. Eye health is a crucial, but often overlooked, part of overall health. There are lots of easy steps you can take to help keep your eyes healthy... Read More
July 17, 2023 —
Did you know that about one in four people have a disability in the United States? July is Disability Pride month. In addition to marking the 33rd anniversary of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), the month is a chance to celebrate people with disabilities, recognize their contributions and struggles, and acknowledge their diversity. Why... Read More
July 4, 2023 —
On the Fourth of July, we celebrate the birth of the United States of America and the Founding Fathers, who established a new kind of republic, outlined in the Declaration of Independence and Bill of Rights. These iconic men were also devoted to science, often inventing or trying new ways of doing things. Here are... Read More
June 28, 2023 —
June is National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month. As part of the campaign to increase awareness, reduce stigma, and help those with the condition, it’s important that we all know ways to support those living with PTSD, whatever their age. What is PTSD? When a very stressful, frightening, or distressing event occurs, it’s normal... Read More
June 23, 2023 —
When you think of cancer, what’s your first thought? Is it of pink ribbons and women survivors? That makes sense: The most common type of cancer is breast cancer. But, men actually have higher rates of getting and dying from cancer than women. Over 1 million new cancer cases are expected in men in 2023.... Read More
May 31, 2023 —
Last week was the National Veterans Golden Age Games (NVGAC), an annual event sponsored by the Veterans Canteen Service at the Department of Veterans Affairs. The NGVAC is an opportunity for veterans to participate in a wide range of sporting activities and to qualify for the National Senior Games. In 2022, nearly 400 athletes from... Read More
May 23, 2023 —
Over 4 million nurses in the United States provide tremendous care for those who need it. Nurses are particularly important in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) where care is often complex and an individual’s health status may change quickly. To celebrate Nurses Month, here are 10 facts about skilled nursing facilities. Outside of a hospital, SNFs... Read More
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