Posts Tagged ‘seniors’
Tips for Seniors: Boosting the Immune System
This week’s article is dedicated to the hardworking staff in all long-term rehabilitation and care facilities. In the light of the sensitive situation in the world, let’s focus on how we can succeed in boosting the immune system. Three cheers for seniors and their families who focus on boosting their immune system! Begin Boosting…
Read MoreAlzheimer’s Care: Slow or Rapid Progression of Alzheimer’s?
Alzheimer’s is considered a progressive disease. While medicine can’t stop the disease from progressing, it can slow the damage and help control the symptoms. This article discusses the rate of change. Being aware of the rate of progression can be a tool to understand how well the patient is. Certain symptoms can be a red…
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Brain Injury Awareness Month: Falls Leading Cause of Brain Injury in Seniors
The topic of brain injury in seniors is a challenging topic to discuss for those who are not familiar with the topic. A great number of Americans suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) each year. According to the CDC, the figure is estimated at 1.5 million people annually. Of these, around 155,000 TBIs are attributed…
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Finding the Right Doctor: For Post-Acute Rehab
What are we looking for in a doctor for post-acute rehab? What motivates us to select a particular doctor? What makes that choice the ‘right’ doctor? Let’s take a look at the way we choose our doctors. Often, people are limited in which doctor they can use. The limitations might be: Geographical Financial Lack…
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