August 5, 2021 —
It’s not your imagination – food may not smell or taste as good as it used to. The changes in your senses may be due to long- or short-term causes that can happen to anyone as they age. What causes loss of smell? Many problems cause a loss of smell that lasts for a short... Read More
July 20, 2021 —
Several studies have shown that as we grow older, we benefit from thinking about higher things such as beauty, the meaning of life, the things that connect us, our place in the world—in short, the quality that is often called “spirituality.” As we age, the reality and inevitability of the end of life grows more... Read More
July 5, 2021 —
Over 800,000 older Americans are living in assisted living facilities and communities today. Residents choose assisted living because it offers the combination of a private, home-like residence as well as support to meet personal care and some health care needs. According to the National Center for Assisted Living, the typical assisted living resident is 85... Read More
June 21, 2021 —
If you’re like most Americans surveyed in a recent Harris Poll, you probably thought you would notice a change in your vision if you had an eye disease. The fact is, some of the leading causes of blindness—such as glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy—can begin without any symptoms. That’s why the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)... Read More
June 7, 2021 —
Every June, the Alzheimer’s Association (www.alz.org) sponsors Alzheimer’s & Brain Health Awareness Month. Their aim is to remind us of steps we can take to protect our memory, and to slow the progress of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. Yes, research has proven that there are things we can do to protect our... Read More
May 24, 2021 —
In honor of Memorial Day (May 31), we’re sharing this story from the U.S. Department of Defense website. The author is Jim Garamone, and the photographer is Joshua Seybert. When Jane Horton hears someone say “Happy Memorial Day,” it makes every one of her nerves stand on end. “That’s not what the day is about,”... Read More
May 12, 2021 —
This past year brought many challenges and obstacles that tested people’s strength and resiliency. The pandemic forced us to cope with situations we may never have imagined, and a lot of us struggled with our mental health as a result. Many people found themselves dealing with mental health problems for the first time. May is... Read More
April 20, 2021 —
It’s spring, people are getting vaccinated against COVID-19, and the U.S. is slowly coming back to life after having been through so much loss. You won’t be alone if you feel downright giddy, or if you feel like celebrating! Dancing is a fun way to celebrate – and it’s also good for you. What’s that?... Read More
April 5, 2021 —
Besides COVID-19’s widely known effects on lungs and breathing, a new report says the pandemic has taken a widespread toll on mental well-being, which affects brain health. Think of all the ways the pandemic has changed people’s lives – heightened health risks, uncertainty, less social engagement, new routines and economic hardship. All of it together... Read More
March 19, 2021 —
March 23 is the annual Diabetes Alert Day®. Created by the American Diabetes Association, this special day is meant to be a “wake-up call” that focuses on the seriousness of diabetes and the importance of understanding your risk. More than 34 million people in the U.S. have diabetes. Read on to find out whether you... Read More
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