Articles On:senior health

February 23, 2022

Long COVID and Seniors

Most of us are eager to talk about anything BUT the dreaded “c word” these ...

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Tired Man With Head On Desk Photo By Nanditha Rao Dreamstime. For article, Patients who have COVID-related issues long after diagnosis, including many senior adults, have “long COVID” and are called “long haulers.”
February 22, 2022

What Blood Thinners Do

Dr. Howard LeWine of Harvard Medical School explains what blood thinners do and the difference ...

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Someone handing a vial of pills to someone else. Caption: Not all clots are bad, but the trick with clot-preventing drugs is finding the right balance between helpful and harmful clotting. Dr. Howard LeWine of Harvard Medical School explains what blood thinners do and the difference in several common such medications/drugs. Credit: Premium Health Blood Thinner 20220216
February 18, 2022

Tips for Reducing Heart Attack and Stroke Risk

The experts at Mayo Clinic look at things we can all do better in reducing ...

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Woman Clutching Chest Photo By Motortion Dreamstime. For article on The experts at Mayo Clinic look at things we can all do better in reducing heart attack and stroke risk, from the foods to lifestyle.
February 15, 2022

Not All Milk Alternatives Are Equal

Years ago, cow’s milk used to be the only beverage of its kind in supermarkets. ...

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Dairy Alternatives Image by Photoguns Dreamstime. For article, With so many dairy milk alternatives plus fermented dairy drinks available, it's important to know how to choose.
February 11, 2022

The Importance of Core Strength for Seniors

Dr. Howard LeWine of Harvard Medical School explains the importance of core strength for seniors ...

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An older man doing plank exercises. Image from Premium Health, Tribune Content Agency. For article, Dr. Howard LeWine of Harvard Medical School explains the importance of core strength for seniors and suggests exercises for building a strong core.
February 8, 2022

Telehealth for Seniors

Telemedicine has played an essential role in health care during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly telehealth ...

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Ill Woman Talking To Doctor On Telehealth Visit Photo By Jhdt Stock Images Llc Dreamstime. For article, Telemedicine has been useful in pandemic-era health care, especially telehealth for seniors. Will virtual options continue as COVID-19 wanes?
February 7, 2022

Tips for Winter Vegetables and Fruits

Matthew Kadey of Environmental Nutrition presents 10 common winter vegetables and fruits, their nutrient values, ...

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Basket of seasonal winter vegetables. For article Matthew Kadey of Environmental Nutrition presents 10 common winter vegetables and fruits, their nutrient values, and tips for using them.
February 4, 2022

What Is Pharmacogenomics?

Dr. Michael Schuh of Mayo Clinic explains pharmacogenomics and how pharmacogenomic testing can potentially improve ...

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Doctor And Patient Photo By Mark Adams Dreamstime. For article, A look at pharmacogenomics (medication metabolism) and how it can potentially improve a person's health care, plus wider benefits of pharmacogenomic testing.
February 2, 2022

These Recipes and Cooking Swaps Help Manage Cholesterol

When cooking, keep in mind small changes that can make a big impact on heart ...

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Tortilla soup, a recipe from the American Heart Association that can help manage cholesterol. Small changes can make a big impact on heart health. These tasty recipes and cooking swaps help manage cholesterol, so you can eat healthy.
January 29, 2022

Six Common Age-Associated Body Changes

What age-associated body changes can we expect as parts of the aging process? The Mayo ...

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Man reading a book, wearing reading glasses. Photo By Ponsulak Dreamstime. What age-associated body changes can we expect during aging? The Mayo Clinic outlines five common changes and tips for managing them.