According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each year, around 5% to 20% residents in the US get a flu shot. More than half of these 200,000 Americans are...
Alzheimer’s vs. Dementia: Understanding the Difference
Too often, family members of a patient are told by a doctor that their loved one is diagnosed with “dementia”. Hearing this, the family members walk away with a feeling...
The Aftermath of Falling on Elderly People
In America, falls are one of the most common causes of non-fatal and fatal injuries. It’s not just the physical pain that affects the seniors but their independence too, which...
Preventing Depression in Seniors
Depression tends to become severe with age, if not treated at the right time. It is not just about feeling blue or sad, hoping it might pass with time. It’s...