Category: Healthy Aging

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Exercise for Senior Adults: Unnecessary Hazard or Fountain of Youth?

Not long ago, it was common belief that older adults didn’t need to exercise — retirement was time to sit back and enjoy life.

Healthy Aging

What is Sundowning?

As nighttime approaches, it’s not uncommon for those with Alzheimer’s disease to begin experiencing a heightened state of confusion or agitation. This is known as sundowner’s syndrome, and it affects approximately 20 percent of the more than five million Americans with Alzheimer’s disease.

Healthy Aging

Stroke Recovery and Rehabilitation

A stroke occurs when oxygen to the brain is suddenly cut off and the brain cells become oxygen-deprived, causing them to begin to die. There are various reasons a stroke can occur, including a blocked artery, which is an ischemic stroke, or the bursting of a blood cell, otherwise known as a hemorrhagic stroke.

Healthy Aging

5 Things to Expect During Heart Attack Recovery

Experiencing heart-related issues is a common sign of aging. The heart is the hardest-working muscle in the body, and over time, it can experience some small changes in efficiency. Because of its impact on your overall health, it’s important to take special care of your heart by eating nutritionally dense foods, participating in regular exercise, and avoiding harmful habits such as illegal drugs