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It’s a toss-up which part of getting older is the least fun.  Hearing loss is definitely up there. Those aches and pains when you get up aren’t any fun either. But changes in vision have to be pretty high on the “do not like” list, since there’s so much to see in the world and […]

Seniors love living independently. Although there are some wonderful senior living communities that offer great amenities like enjoyable social experiences and quality care, many still prefer to stay in their own home if given a choice. Of course, it’s not always up to them: there may be changes in mental or physical condition which require

One of the highlights of the month of February is Valentine’s Day, which has become a celebration of love for many.   Sure, some say the holiday has become overly commercialized, and you shouldn’t need a certain day of the year to let people know you care for them – we all can and really

‘Be careful out there’ is generally good advice for all the possibly harmful things waiting outside your front door. Having a well-developed sense of caution helps you be ready for just about anything. But better advice should be along the lines of “Be careful in there,” or more accurately “Be careful everywhere.” That’s because the

No matter your age, you should be taking care of your eyes, especially if you want them to work well all through your life. The American Optometric Association encourages this approach, advising people to beware of possible hazards to their eyes as well as taking preventive steps to make sure they and their eyes say

The thyroid gland is one of the more interesting glands in the body. Interesting meaning that not everyone knows where it is or what its purpose is, but they are more likely to notice when the thyroid isn’t working like it’s supposed to. In some cases, even medical providers may initially miss problems in overall

People facing a terminal medical condition are sometimes given an unusual prescription from their doctor: go out and have fun. At first, it seems challenging to fulfill this kind of directive: how can you enjoy yourself when death is imminent? You need to be finalizing your affairs and comfort your family and being serious and

Sure, it’s true that you can make resolutions to make your life better at any time you like. But the start of the year traditionally has been a time that many of us like to wipe the slate clean on any goals that didn’t quite come together and then go ahead and set new ones