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Monthly Archives: July 2014
The Dangers of Sleeping Pills for the Elderly
Sleeping difficulties can be extremely frustrating. It is a horrible feeling to go to bed each night and lay awake for hours on end. One solution that helps many people get to sleep is sleeping pills. These small, often addictive, … Continue reading
Posted in Health, Tips for Seniors, Warning Signs
Tagged Elderly, Medications, sleep, Sleep Apnea
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Common Myths and Misconceptions about Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an immune mediated disease that causes your own immune system to attack the myelin sheaths of your axons in your nervous system. Axons propagate electrical signals throughout your body that allow you to move and function … Continue reading
What Your Skin Can Tell You about Your Health
Your skin is your largest organ, and because of this, your skin can really tell you a lot about your health. Your skin protects you against bacteria, regulates your body temperature, and has numerous pain, pressure, and temperature receptors that … Continue reading
Tips on How to Get an Elderly Parent to Bathe or Shower
As people age, they often begin to become reluctant about bathing for many reasons. Some elderly people fear falling in the shower due to poor balance, some are very modest and do not want to have help, some feel discomfort … Continue reading
Posted in Caregiver, Health, Mobility, Tips for Caregivers
Tagged bathing, Safety Tips, Showering
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What Your Hair Can Tell You about Your Health
When it comes to hair, most people only ever think about how they can style it, cut it, and color it. But many experts have said, that our hair can actually tell more about our health than we think. If … Continue reading