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Home Health & Well-Being

Health & Well-Being

Health and wellness…..good health and healthy living all lead to wellness.
They go hand in hand don’t you think?
What does health and wellness mean to you?
The very thought of health and wellness can be very overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be.
It should be fun inspiring and very rewarding.

People over the age of 65 make up over 16.8% of the population in the United States. One out of four of these older adults face some type of mental disorder. These disorders can range from depression to anxiety...
Edema is a medical condition that causes swelling in different body parts. Treatment options include medication, compression stockings, and lifestyle changes.It can be caused by pregnancy, injury, or medications. Edema, which results in an accumulation of bodily fluids in...
Stress is a fact of life. There are different stressors as you go through life. When we’re younger we find being a teenager stressful. Our jobs can cause stress. Through the years as our families grow there are numerous...
Patient empowerment has become a crucial element of modern healthcare, providing patients with the tools and knowledge to take control of their health and actively participate in their care decisions. Insider Intelligence's report highlights that patient empowerment involves enabling people...
The older you get, the less you feel you get from your doctor appointments. But here are the things that you can take responsibility for  that can improve your experience. Note, most doctors are limited to 15-20  minutes with...
Making the decision between moving a loved one with Alzheimer's into a care facility versus providing care at home can be a difficult one.On one hand, the support and resources available in a care facility can alleviate the burden...
As individuals grow older, their physical and cognitive abilities may not be able to match those of their younger selves. However, this does not have to result in a decline in the quality of life for senior citizens. Hypnotherapy...
Older Americans Month was established in 1963. At that time there were only 17 million Americans who had reached their 65th birthday. About a third of these lived in poverty and there were few programs available to help them...
Are you a senior searching for a new hobby? Have you contemplated growing dahlias? Gardening is an excellent method for obtaining physical exercise while also providing significant mental health advantages. What's more, there are numerous benefits to cultivating dahlias...
It's never easy to admit that our parents have lost a step and need additional help navigating the world around them. However, mobility equipment can vastly improve seniors' quality of life and allow them to enjoy their normal lifestyles...