As of this writing, no vaccine exists for COVID-19. However, private researchers, universities, and government agencies are working at lightning speed to change this. Thanks to Operation Warp Speed (OWS), we currently have COVID-19 clinical trials underway in different parts of the country. And, according to Anthony Fauci — the director of the National Institute of…
Say No to Standard Nutritional Shakes The Harvard Medical School is suggesting that nutritional drinks provide poor nutrition for seniors. Furthermore, the American Geriatrics Society made a new warning in their Choosing Wisely recommendations against using products such as Boost and Ensure because they are little more than ‘liquid candy’, a label usually ascribed to…
Muscle loss and aging typically go hand in hand. As people age, they naturally suffer a loss of physical muscle and mass. As a result, their muscles weaken and they experience diminished strength. Since the elderly tend to be less physically active and often have poor diets for a variety of reasons, they are more…
As the world continues to grapple with the aftermath of COVID-19, many caregivers worry about seniors struggling with isolation. Studies show that loneliness is one of the leading causes of premature deaths among American seniors. This makes connecting with this demographic more important than ever, especially at a time when seniors feel increasingly vulnerable. Below,…