Our aging population is more active today. Experts tell us that as we age our bodies can’t handle the heat as when we were younger. A senior body often doesn’t detect the heat, and will not begin sweating until body temperature has skyrocketed. What’s more, our body’s cooling devices don’t operate as efficiently as we […]
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From Chronic to Deadly: Prescription Pain Meds
A couple of weeks ago I watched a documentary produced by the FBI about the heroin epidemic in this country, in our city, entitled “Chasing the Dragon.” It is an epidemic, and it is heightened by the ongoing use of prescription opiates. Many of the prescriptions were prescribed by doctors for pain management following an […]
Read MoreCommon Types of Memory Lapses
It’s normal to forget things from time to time, and it’s normal to become somewhat forgetful as we age. But how much forgetfulness is too much? How can you tell if your memory lapses are part of the aging process, or if they are a symptom of something more serious? We’ve all misplaced keys, blanked […]
Read MoreGet Moving: A Workout for Wherever
Finding time to work out is probably the biggest deterrent for most people. Some people are not morning people, and some are just too tired at the end of the day to stop by the gym. During these sunny days and extended daylight hours, getting in a few minutes here or there is absolutely doable. […]
Read MoreFresh Options that Hydrate
Summer has officially arrived, and boy, has it been hot! I sat out by my pool in my condominium complex this weekend and simply could not digest enough liquids. With the heat and humidity, it is very important to get in those recommended eight glasses of water a day. This is especially true during this […]
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