Sunday, January 29, 2012

Tip of the Week

Leave the falling for the leaves Leave the falling for the leaves

The holidays are near.  As we prepare and clean our homes for the holidays remember... 


The Age-Appropriate Doctor’s Appointment: Making the Most of It, Part VII The Age-Appropriate Doctor’s Appointment: Making the Most of It, Part VII

Welcome to Part VII of our series brought to you by Mark Lachs, MD, Author of Treat... 


The Age-Appropriate Doctor’s Appointment: Making the Most of It, Part VI The Age-Appropriate Doctor’s Appointment: Making the Most of It, Part VI

Welcome to Part VI of our series brought to you by Mark Lachs, MD, Author of Treat... 


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Technology in the suite

Light Tester Light Tester

Picture Source:  Kaboodle.com Checking your holiday lights can save time and prevent... 


Weighted Shower Curtain Weighted Shower Curtain

Ever wonder why when you shower so much water seems to end up on the floor.  Well,... 


No-Bend Toenail Clipper No-Bend Toenail Clipper

Picture Source:  LivingXL.com Caring for your feet is very important, however,... 


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Safe Holiday Home Decorating Safe Holiday Home Decorating

 This article was originally posted on December 21, 2009 Home safety is essential to successfully aging in place.  Home safety can take many forms, from preventing falls in the kitchen and bathroom, to preventing accidental fires.  As the holidays approach, we need to continue to pay close attention to home safety and fall prevention.  This... [Read more of this review]


Aging in Place Workbook Aging in Place Workbook

Aging in place is an important topic for seniors as well as baby boomers.  Simply said, aging in place is as it sounds; it’s the ability to remain in one’s home safely, functionally, and independently as long as possible.  Baby boomers make up 28% of the US population and own 48% of all homes.  Boomers, now more than ever, are looking for ways... [Read more of this review]


End Stage Renal Disease End Stage Renal Disease

Keeping with National Diabetes Month, we will be discussing End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) this week.  Diabetes is the most common cause of ESRD and ESRD impacts all of the body’s major organs. ESRD occurs when there is permanent failure of the kidneys meaning the kidneys no longer having the ability to regulate electrolytes, remove waste,... [Read more of this review]


Diabetes and Blood Pressure Diabetes and Blood Pressure

A major part of aging in place is living in your home safely and independently.  Diabetes can impact your independence, but you can limit its impact.  Education is key. Atherosclerosis occurs when deposits of fats, cholesterol, calcium, and other substances build up in the arteries and cause a plaque buildup in the lining of the artery.  High... [Read more of this review]


National Diabetes Month National Diabetes Month

November is National Diabetes Month It’s estimated that 23.6 million people in the US have diabetes.  17.9 million Americans have been diagnosed with the disease and another 5.7 million are unaware that they are diabetics.  November is National Diabetes month.  The American Diabetes Association has a national movement this month to Stop Diabetes.... [Read more of this review]


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