Telehealth and Telemedicine are hot topics, and we are seeing new devices each day that can help seniors in our community with their health, activities, and daily regimens. Telehealth is a broad range of technology and services that provide patient care and improve the healthcare delivery system. Telehealth can refer to a broad scope of remote non-clinical services, such as … [Read more...]
How to Reduce Stress When You Are Over 50
Anxiety is a common complaint for those of us who are older. It's easy to freak out when friends or family are dying or we are in a financial bind. Still, we don’t want our blood pressure to go up to unsafe levels. Here are some suggestions on ways to reduce stress so you don't end up having a heart attack. Take a walk Walking is my saving grace. I do it religiously … [Read more...]
Parkinsons Disease: Know the Complex Symptoms
I interviewed Sarah Jones, MPA, MS, and CEO of PMDAlliance. Her organization did a survey on the impact of non-movement symptoms on people with Parkinson's Disease, which is a progressive, neurodegenerative disorder. The symptoms people typically associate with the disease is either a hand tremor or an almost paralyzing stiffness. But there are more complications than many … [Read more...]
How You Can Improve Your Health When You’re Over 50
As we age, the list of health issues and preventative care measures we must keep track of gets longer and longer. This is a natural experience that can be embraced as part of a new day-to-day venture. There are many steps that can be taken to improve your health, including regular diet and exercise, getting the vitamins and minerals we need, and taking care of small health … [Read more...]
A Skin Cancer Survivor’s Story and Warning for You
It’s always a good time to talk about protecting your skin from the harmful rays of the sun. I spoke to Shelley Baker, a woman in her 50s who lives in Oklahoma. She discovered several years ago that she had basal cell carcinoma, a dangerous form of skin cancer, and talked to me about her experience. She noticed what seemed to be an itchy rash forming on her arms, legs, back, … [Read more...]