A Guide to Understanding Diabetes in Senior Citizens March 25, 2020 Articles, Featured, Senior Health, Senior Health Guides - Diabetes affects more than 25 percent of the adult population aged 65 and above in the U.S. The burden of living with diabetes is usually measured in terms of how it impacts those people of working-age. Diabetes among older adults has been linked to a higher mortality rate. This condition is also linked to increased … Continue reading "A Guide to Understanding Diabetes in Senior Citizens"
Treating Anxiety in Older Adults With Cannabis March 19, 2020 Articles, Featured, Senior Health - Anxiety is a growing issue in today’s society, and senior citizens are by no means immune to this trend. In this article, we are going to discuss anxiety and how it affects seniors today. We will also look at what until recently has been a taboo topic – the use of cannabis as a treatment … Continue reading "Treating Anxiety in Older Adults With Cannabis"
The Coronavirus Pandemic’s Clear Danger to the Elderly March 12, 2020 Articles, Covid-19 - Coronavirus, Featured, Senior Health - In this article, we will address the ongoing Coronavirus outbreak and how it is affecting seniors. The virus, which originated in the Chinese city of Wuhan and has spread to much of the world, has caused unprecedented fears, with the cancellation of sporting events, business conferences, and much more. On March 11, the World Health … Continue reading "The Coronavirus Pandemic’s Clear Danger to the Elderly"
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) And The Over 50 Crowd February 25, 2020 Articles, Featured, Senior Health, Senior Health Guides, Seniors & Dating - The spread of sexually transmitted diseases (also known as STDs) is on the rise, even among 50-plus-year-old adults, in the U.S. and beyond. Approximately 20 million new STD cases emerge every year, though most go unreported. Adults over 50 years old make up a good chunk of this figure, despite senior citizens generally being less … Continue reading "Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) And The Over 50 Crowd"
5 Top Reasons Medicaid Benefits Are Denied to Seniors February 22, 2020 Articles, Featured, Reports, Senior Health - Many senior adults depend on Medicaid benefits as part of their health coverage, so when benefits are denied it can create serious problems for them. This article will discuss the 5 most common reasons Medicaid benefits are denied to seniors and what you can do if you are faced with Medicaid denial. What is Medicaid? … Continue reading "5 Top Reasons Medicaid Benefits Are Denied to Seniors"
Thyroid Disease – What Every Senior Citizen Needs to Know February 16, 2020 Articles, Featured, Senior Health, Senior Health Guides - Thyroid disease affects people of all walks of life and ages, but some types of thyroid disease are more common in senior citizens. Furthermore, it is often more difficult to diagnose thyroid disease in the elderly than in people below the age of 50, and this can lead to senior citizens suffering from undiagnosed thyroid … Continue reading "Thyroid Disease – What Every Senior Citizen Needs to Know"
Medicare – What Every Senior Needs to Know February 11, 2020 Articles, Featured, Reports, Senior Health - You’ve seen the commercials on television. You’ve come across Medicare information online. You may even know a few people who currently receive Medicare benefits. While you may have a basic understanding of Medicare, this isn’t always enough to help you qualify for and secure benefits in the future. Fortunately, with the necessary knowledge, you’ll better … Continue reading "Medicare – What Every Senior Needs to Know"
Senior Housing and the Growing Senior Homelessness Problem February 11, 2020 Articles, Featured - By 2050 Over 25% of the US Population Will be 65 Years Old or Older Right now, roughly 15.6 percent of the US general population is 65 years old or older, but by 2050 that percentage is estimated to balloon to over 25 percent. It is crucial that we start planning for how we will … Continue reading "Senior Housing and the Growing Senior Homelessness Problem"
4 Common Meal-Time Problems for Seniors and How to Avoid Them January 16, 2020 Articles, Featured, Senior Health - Senior citizens often have more difficulty while eating than younger people. Problems can be caused by various factors, and most are readily treatable. Here are some of the most common issues that can interfere with seniors’ meal-time along with possible solutions. Dental Health As they age, many people begin to lose their teeth. When this … Continue reading "4 Common Meal-Time Problems for Seniors and How to Avoid Them"
Independent Living: Deciding What’s Best for You January 9, 2020 Articles, Featured - There are many reasons why senior citizens consider moving. Having a large home, suffering from certain health issues, or possessing the desire to be closer to relatives are valid reasons to move after hitting retirement age. Likewise, it’s important to have realistic expectations about what you need or want in your next living situation. Look … Continue reading "Independent Living: Deciding What’s Best for You"
