Many people struggled with their mental health during the pandemic. Lockdowns, isolation, and uncertainty about the future left a number of people struggling with depression. Seniors in Brooklyn were no exception to this problem, and they faced some unique issues that made their situation even more difficult than most. However, the mental health in seniors…
An Alzheimer’s or dementia diagnosis can be devastating …. and put a lot of stress on a family. For the Alzheimer’s and dementia patient, s/he often can feel their capabilities diminishing and their cognition slip away. For the families, their hearts break as they see the loved one they knew slowly recede. Situations arise among…
We all know that good oral hygiene habits are important to protect your smile and keep cavities at bay. But research shows that poor oral health is far more important than people once realized, especially for seniors in New York. Neglected elderly oral health is a common cause of geriatric illnesses. It can be challenging…
You may have heard people talking about the health benefits of Intermittent Fasting (IF). Any diet that includes the word “fasting” probably sounds a little extreme for most people. But you might not want to dismiss the idea too quickly. Research suggests that IF may offer significant benefits for elderly people, especially those struggling with…
A congestive heart failure (CHF) diagnosis often comes with a recommendation you’re not used to hearing from a doctor: don’t drink too much water. Excessive fluid intake can make CHF worse. And patients must keep an eye on how much they’re drinking. This may feel strange at first, but we have some tips to help…
Alzheimer’s Disease Blood Test There is exciting news in the field of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) research with the advent of a new blood test. This Alzheimer’s disease blood test can determine the presence of a key marker, brain amyloidosis. AD is associated with the buildup of amyloid proteins in the brain, as well as other…
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, is a neurodegenerative disease that attacks nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. But for Nassau county residents living with ALS and those who love them, this condition needs no introduction. When patients get a life-changing diagnosis like ALS, they understandably go through many painful emotions as they process…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, extreme heat causes an average of 658 deaths per year in the United States. You can access their infographic on the topic here. That’s more than many natural disasters in this country! No one is more at risk from heat exhaustion and heat stroke than the…
When contemplating the issues of aging, we often ignore the link between aging and substance use. However, many seniors, struggling with physical and mental changes in later life, are susceptible to the beguiling promises of drugs and alcohol. What’s more, this problem is on the rise. Substance use disorders tend to look a little different…
After more than a year of restricted activities and minimal contact with loved ones, COVID-19 isolation has taken its toll on seniors. Although many American seniors are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, the pandemic has left indelible scars on this vulnerable population. Moreover, so many routines — those that seniors once relied upon for social contact —…