2015

Is A Cane Or A Walker A Better Choice For Your Loved One?

Aging can be difficult for your loved one, especially if they have to become dependent upon mobility aids to get around. Bad joints, hip or knee surgery, or balance issues usually come with strict doctor's orders to use a cane or a walker to get around. Helping your loved one choose the right one depends on several factors. Why Do They Need Help? Canes are generally used for those that only need a bit of help. Read More 

Coping With Schizophrenia: How To Help A Loved One

If you have a loved one who has recently been diagnosed with schizophrenia, you may feel lost, confused and helpless. This mental disorder can completely alter your loved one, making it difficult to understand him or her. It's normal to feel angry, frustrated and downright mad; however, the worst thing that you can do is express these emotions toward your loved one. Remember, schizophrenia is a clinical mental disorder and the actions of your loved one are completely out of his or her control. Read More 

Don’t Lose Your Mind: 5 Memory-Boosting Foods For Seniors To Add To Their Diet

Most people know that a healthy and well-balanced diet is crucial to a person's overall well-being, including physical health and weight management. However, a lot of people do not realize that there are actually healthy foods out there that can help improve and possibly heal your memory. By choosing to incorporate even one of these foods into your daily diet, you can increase your overall odds of ensuring your brain is healthy no matter how old you are. Read More 

3 Checkups Your Local Radiology Imaging Center Can Perform For You

As your body ages, it's important to get to a medical professional on a regular basis to get yourself inspected for signs of trouble. While the first stop should usually be to your personal doctor, you may end up getting referred for an appointment at your local imaging center. These centers are staffed by radiologists who can help you detect problems with your body with their imaging machines. While services can vary across different imaging centers, here are 3 common tasks that your local radiologist can most likely perform for you on a regular basis: Read More 

Losing Weight Requires You To Make Lifelong Changes

Losing weight on your own can be difficult to do depending on your overall health and genetics. Many people do not realize that every person loses weight differently. Just because one diet works for one person doesn't mean it will work for another. If you are interested in losing weight and keeping it off, you need to make a permanent lifestyle change. If you only go on a fad diet, you may lose the weight, but it will come right back as soon as you start eating normally again. Read More