Health & Wellness
Your trusted source for feeling your best—physically, mentally, and emotionally. From managing health conditions to preventive care and everyday wellness tips, find expert advice tailored to the 50+ lifestyle.
Do I Rent Or Buy A Stairlift?
As we age and become less mobile, a task as ordinary as climbing the stairs can suddenly become daunting. For ...
Why Vaccinated People Should Wear Compression Socks
By Jennifer DiSipio, Owner of Senior Doodads The rumor came out a couple of weeks ago that vaccinated people wouldn’t ...
Too Much Sitting is Hazardous to Your Health
By Dr. Nina Radcliff Despite all the warnings in recent years that sitting too much is ruining the health of ...
5 Simple Gadgets Every Senior Needs
By Jennifer DiSipio, Owner of Senior Doodads The lack of sleep I’m getting, let’s blame it on menopause, is having ...
Protection During the Pandemic if the Unthinkable Happens Abroad
Insurance experts are urging travelers to consider repatriation coverage especially amid the pandemic if they have made the huge decision ...
Breaking The Biggest Myths Around Alzheimer’s Disease
It’s estimated that more than six million people are living with Alzheimer’s Disease in 2021, and it’s the fifth leading ...
How To Maintain a Sanitary Laboratory Space
Lab sanitation and hygiene guidelines are crucial to follow, no matter what type of lab you work in. Not only ...
What To Know About Using Supplemental Oxygen
Long-term respiratory conditions such as COPD will greatly diminish your quality of life. When you struggle to get enough oxygen ...
Tips on Planning Your Wedding To Keep Guests Safe During The Pandemic
By Fallon Anawalt Just when we thought we were coming out on the other side of the pandemic, the Delta ...
Most Common Reasons Doctors Recommend Back Surgery
Back pain can be debilitating. Each move you make comes with pain and stress, and the pain medications don’t seem ...
Why a Personal Emergency Response System is Crucial for Aging in Place
With more people than ever choosing to age in place — that is, continuing to live in their own homes ...
Rise of Hepatitis C Infections Among Older Americans Highlights Need for Noninvasive Screening Exam of Liver Health
By Stephen Harrison, M.D. In 2012, three-quarters of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infections occurred among people born from ...
What You’ll Need To Recover From Breast Surgery
Preparing yourself for a procedure is nerve-wracking. To help you stay organized, we’ve compiled a list of what you’ll need to recover from breast surgery.
How Prunes Can Feed Your Health at 4 Important Stages of Life
Seeking more plant-based options for healthy aging? This approach is right on track with the 2020-2025 U.S. Dietary Guidelines for ...
Active and Energized: Registered Dietitian Shares How Eating Right in the Morning Fuels Energy Throughout the Day
With health and wellness top of mind for many Americans, fitness has become a top priority. Whether you’re extremely active ...
