Summer’s here and the heat is on! While you’re reflecting on all the reasons you loved the season as a child…popsicles, playing hide and seek until your mother called you in, riding a bicycle, and going barefoot through the cool green grass…it’s important to keep in mind that as we age, our ability to tolerate […]
The Benefits of Getting Vaccinated
It’s important to take a moment and review COVID vaccine benefits for you, your loved ones, and the world around you. While more COVID-19 vaccines are being developed as quickly as possible, routine processes and procedures remain in place to ensure the safety of any vaccine that is authorized or approved for use. Safety is […]
Why is Personal Hygiene Important?
From washing your hands to disinfecting countertops, there’s a lot you can do to keep yourself healthy. Maintaining personal hygiene is important and something you should try to do in order to sustain a healthy lifestyle. Good hygiene habits can help you increase your immune system, lower your risk of disease and improve both your […]
Flu Shot and Prevention Tips for Seniors
No one wants to get the flu. Just hearing the word is enough to make you cringe. And for children and seniors, the risks of catching it are even higher. This contagious respiratory illness can lead to mild or severe symptoms, and in some cases can even be fatal. Older adults have weaker immune systems […]
Our Top 5 Tips to Celebrate Healthy Aging Month
September is your chance to have a fresh start! Fall is on the horizon, the kids are back to school, and the craziness of summer is winding down. This is exactly why every September we celebrate Healthy Aging Month. Things might have gotten lost in the shuffle of summer, but this is your reminder to […]
Fall Prevention for Seniors: 5 Tips to Avoid Hazards
Staying independent as you age is a top priority. But did you know some of the decisions you make every day could be putting you at risk of a fall? According to the CDC, one out of every four older adults falls each year, and falling once doubles your chances of it happening a second […]