“What is a living will?” you ask? That is an excellent question. A living will, also known as a healthcare directive, is a legal document that informs your family members and physicians of your wishes with regard to medical decisions. More specifically, this is the document that lets your doctors know how you would like to be …
Using the Internet, with the click of a mouse, you can schedule doctor appointments, talk to your loved ones, purchase birthday gifts, and much more. However, the Internet can also be confusing if you’ve never learned how to use it, especially if you don’t understand basic terms and concepts. If words like browser and URL sound like technical jargon, use …
About one-third of all American adults suffer from high blood pressure, known as hypertension, putting them at risk for serious conditions such as heart disease and stroke (source). Medication is a common treatment but only controls the symptoms. If you’re struggling to get your numbers down, get to the root of the problem with these …
During your sunset years, you may struggle to get around. Along with increasing fatigue and aches in new areas, you might discover that after exerting yourself, you experience muscle pain and stiffness. Although aging always involves a reduction in overall mobility, there are many things you can do to ensure that you continue to lead an active life. Use …
As we grow older, our risk of developing heart disease rises. However, by paying attention to several important factors, you can decrease this risk and protect one of the most important organs in your body. If you’re wondering how to prevent heart disease, use the tips below for help. With a little knowledge and endeavor, you …
You’ve spent nearly a lifetime accumulating memories and knowledge. Now that you’ve entered your golden years, have you considered how to preserve your family history? Throughout your life, you’ve given everything that you could to your family. One day, your children and grandchildren will laugh and smile as they swap stories about the treasured memories they …
Summer has officially ended, but that doesn’t mean you need to go into hibernation for the next few months. Although you may not appreciate the cooler weather or shorter days, fall ushers in so many wonderful things: pumpkin spice-flavored treats, brightly colored leaves, fall festivals, the holiday season. To make the most of this wonderful time …
Falling is a serious risk and concern for many seniors. A bad fall can result in a long-lasting injury, potentially forcing a hospital stay or a permanent move to a care facility. As you age, it’s important to recognize the changes that you need to make in your behavior and around your home to reduce …
Have you noticed that things slip your mind more and more often as you age? Everyone forgets things once in awhile. Maybe you walked into a room and forgot why you were there, or perhaps you missed a meeting because it simply slipped your mind. An occasional lapse in memory is normal, but as a …
Alzheimer’s affects an estimated 5.4 million Americans. And unfortunately, the Alzheimer’s Association expects that number to rise steadily in the coming years as baby boomers head into their 60s and 70s. Diagnosing Alzheimer’s as soon as possible can help those affected receive the maximum benefits from available treatments and give them (and their loved ones) more time to plan for the …