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How to Prevent Falls at Home for People Over 50

by Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski 4 Comments

Falling at home over 50

When we think of falling, we often associate it with being outside where a sidewalk isn’t even, or for other reasons we can’t control. But falling at home is common and can mess you up if you are older. I face-planted twice in two weeks. The first time was outside while I was walking. I tripped on a dried seed pod and fell forward. I was lucky that I only scratched my elbow … [Read more...]

Facts About Cataract Surgery That May Surprise You

by Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski 12 Comments

Baby Boomer Women | Wellness | Cataract Surgery

I'm updating this post from 2018 because I had cataract surgery on both my eyes. It was no fun walking around or trying to drive with a fog sitting on your eyeballs. The most miraculous thing that happened is that my ophthalmologist fixed my very near-sighted vision to 20-20. I wore glasses from the time I was six years old and contacts since I was 14. I'm so excited to see … [Read more...]

I’ve Fallen and I Can’t Get Up Is a Baby Boomer Reality

by Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski 6 Comments

Spiked Tree burr on sidewalk

One of the longest-running commercials on TV is the one where the old lady is lying on the ground yelling “I’ve fallen, and I can’t get up.” I remember listening to it when I was young thinking it was something old people had to worry about. Now that most of us Baby Boomers are 60+ it’s one of our greatest fears. While I was walking my dogs I tripped on something and … [Read more...]

How You Can Improve Your Health When You’re Over 50

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Baby Boomer Women | Wellness | Improve Your Health

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...]

Baby Boomers are Using Tech To Revolutionize Aging

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The 76 million American Baby Boomers born between 1946 and 1964 have had a huge influence on the nation’s politics, arts, business industry, and lifestyles over the last few decades. And while many are beginning to make plans for their retirement, that doesn’t mean they are about to lose any of their influence. In fact, Boomers are the inspiration for many of … [Read more...]

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