by Jess Heydlauf | Sep 22, 2022 | Health, Wellness, & Care
Controlling Your Cholesterol as You Age Maintaining heart health is vital for seniors. While high cholesterol is common in U.S. adults, it’s particularly dangerous for seniors, as it’s a risk factor for heart disease. Because high cholesterol shows no symptoms,...
by Jess Heydlauf | Dec 9, 2021 | Health & Wellness
The Importance of Proper Handwashing for Seniors Every day we encounter thousands of germs. Without proper hygiene, the risk of illness from bacteria and viruses increases. As you age, your immune system slows and doesn’t react as well to illnesses. For seniors, this...
by Krista Scarlett | Sep 22, 2021 | Health & Wellness
Prostate Cancer: What to Know Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among men in the United States. About 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. The American Cancer Society estimates there will be over 248,000 new...
by Renee Youssef | Feb 25, 2021 | Health & Wellness
Could Cancer Deaths Be Preventable? Each February, National Cancer Prevention Month reminds us that healthy lifestyle habits and early detection can prevent the development of cancers and increase life expectancy. It is estimated that in 2021, almost 1.74 million...
