We’ve all seen the ads for nighttime moisturizers, retinol creams, and restorative lotions. As seniors age, wrinkles, age spots, and fine lines emerge, prompting many of us to consider chemical peel or laser treatments. These treatments, however, are surgical procedures which may result in scarring and infection. So, what’s a senior to do in the…
With the intense focus on Alzheimer’s Disease, it’s understandable that many people are unaware of other types of dementias. And yet, an estimated 1.3 million individuals in the United States have been diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). In this post, we’ll discuss the latest treatments and medications for Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). LBD is…
Parkinson’s Disease (PD) ranks as the second most common neurodegenerative disease in America (after Alzheimer’s). In all, PD affects about 1% of Americans over age 60, with some 60,000 new cases diagnosed each year. About one million Americans live with PD today. Today, scientists know that some people have a higher genetic susceptibility to PD.…
Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative condition that’s also sometimes classified as a movement disorder. Basically, the degeneration of neurons (brain cells) is accompanied by tremors, bradykinesia (slowness of movement), and postural instability. Thus, intensive research focuses on reducing these physical challenges. Meanwhile, other research efforts address the wide array of non-movement problems — from…
Do you or a loved one suffer from periodontal disease? At its heart, the disease involves the infection of the gums and tissues surrounding the teeth. To date, medical researchers have uncovered the existence of a close link between periodontal disease and coronary artery disease. By all indications, periodontal disease causes local and systemic inflammations.…
If your loved one has dementia, you know how devastating the condition can be. Dementia can make performing daily activities of living more challenging. Also, it can affect how your loved one relates to you. If you’d like some solutions for the condition, our post about the latest treatments for dementia in Morristown may help.…
Even as COVID-19 cases ebb in many states, seniors with dementia remain at high risk of the disease. Presently, more than 50% of deaths in 14 U.S. states have occurred at nursing homes. And, according to Worldometer, approximately 60% of seniors who succumbed to COVID-19 had underlying health conditions. If your loved one suffers from…
It’s important to remember that the risk of heart disease increases with age. And, cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in almost all areas of the world. As we age, our diet choices may prove critical in preventing heart disease. That doesn’t mean, of course, that younger segments can afford to ignore the…
As COVID-19 outbreaks rise among seniors, heart organizations are stepping in to protect heart disease patients. In its most recent update (May 7, 2020), the American Heart Association detailed joint efforts with national and global experts to fight both COVID-19 and heart disease. To date, the AHA has dedicated $2.5 million dollars towards understanding “COVID-19…
As COVID-19 rears its head across the country, some people have already built up an immunity to it. Experts suggest that most people with COVID-19 produce antibodies. That said, certain groups are more susceptible to the disease. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has identified three at-risk groups: seniors (those over 65 years of…