It has been estimated by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission that since 1981, approximately 622,000 people over the age of 65 were rushed and treated in hospital emergency rooms because of accidents that occurred at home. CPSC said that the hazards are easily overlooked but they are fairly easy to fix as well. CPSC is concerned with all the areas of the home. All electrical and telephone cords should [...]

Parkinson’s disease is considered as one of the motor systems disorder. It is the result of the loss of dopamine – producing brain cells. Dopamine is a chemical that is responsible for transmitting signals within the brain. This disease occurs when certain nerve cells or neurons become impaired or damaged which makes the patients lose control of their normal movements. There are four major symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, and these [...]

As they always say, Calcium makes the bones and joints strong. Going further than that, calcium assists in the absorption of nutrients and it is responsible for the transmission of messages within your cells and it is also required for the contraction of muscles. Every person needs to get at least 1000 mg. Of calcium everyday to supply the needs of the bones and other organs. If by any chance [...]

Alzheimer’s disease often target the brain cells. Some of them are destroyed, some are damaged and some of the brains tissues become abnormal. The disease usually occurs on people over 60 years of age and most of them are women. The risk of ac quiring the disease increases if the person has a family history of Alzheimer’s. The key symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease are the following: memory loss inability to [...]

For some people, obesity is merely just not looking good. What they do not know is that obesity brings forth killer diseases such as heart attack, diabetes, cancer, hypertension and depression. It is a high risk factor on these diseases that lead to death. Most of the life threatening diseases according to the American Heart Association are associated with obesity. Basically, obese people, specially seniors must cut the weight and [...]

Cancer is the dreaded silent killer and it does not just happen to seniors, it also affects people of all ages. In the case of seniors however, the body may not be as strong enough to handle the treatments. It is always good to know the treatments that are being done to patients specially if you just found out that you have cancer. This will set a lot of expectations. [...]

Cholesterol problems often kicks in when you gain age. Most seniors have this kind of problem. The heart is usually the main target of cholesterol and it slows the heart down and often results to heart attacks. Gugulipids are extracts from the Commiphora Mukul tree which can be found in India. Clinical studies show that gugulipids can lower total cholesterol decrease LDL and triglycerides. They are most effective in reducing [...]

Being a caregiver is hard and takes a lot of patience. Being patient cannot be learned immediately. However, doing the right thing with the accurate passion may save the day for a caregiver. First, ask the doctors and professionals as much information as needed. Through this, you will have a better understanding of the symptoms. Every moment that you tend to lose your patience, always remember that the person you [...]

Getting the idea of retirement kicks in when you reach the age of 60 years old and above. You should have a good plan before retiring or else everything that you have worked for in the past years will be dumped and put to waste. Here are a few things to ponder before you retire. Be specific Set your retirement goals and plans. Be as specific as possible and picture [...]

Most seniors get allergic on dust particles. Dust are not just fine dirt. They are composed of so many particles like molds, fiber, animal dander and dead dust mites. Some people tend to sneeze and get different allergic reactions when they encounter dust. Most dust accumulates on carpet areas, stuffed toys, bedding and upholstery. It is impossible to eliminate dust inside the house but it is possible to somehow manage [...]