Let’s face it, no one enjoys the process of renewing your driver’s license. Renewing a driver’s license can be a source of stress for older adults due to several factors. In many regions, individuals aged 79 and older are required to renew their driver’s licenses in person at a Department of Public Safety (DPS) office. This […]
Correcting Your Vision Could Lower Your Alzheimer’s Risk
Vision impairment is strongly linked to a higher risk of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease. This connection is due to how vision loss affects brain health, mental stimulation, and social interaction. Visual processing areas in the brain can overlap with regions affected by dementia. Vision impairment can signal early neurodegeneration in these shared areas, suggesting a common underlying pathology. In […]
What to Tell Grandkids When a Grandparent Has Dementia
Explaining a dementia diagnosis to kids can be challenging for several reasons. Not only is the disease very complex, with a progressive nature that can be difficult to predict from person to person, but the diagnosis brings with it an emotional impact, the potential for misunderstanding or self-blame, and frustration when no easy answers are […]
10 Medications That Can Harm the Liver
The liver is one of the most vital organs in the human body, performing over 500 essential functions to keep you healthy. This includes detoxification, metabolism and energy storage, production of bile for digestion, storage of essential nutrients, supporting immune function, blood clot regulation, and much more. Keeping your liver healthy is extremely important, and one way […]
Flossing May Help Lower Stroke Risk
Flossing is essential for maintaining good oral health because it removes plaque, food particles, and bacteria from between the teeth and along the gum line—areas that a toothbrush can’t effectively reach. The practice can help prevent cavities, reduce risk of gum disease and help maintain fresh breath. But did you know that flossing may also […]
7 Ways to Avoid Germs at the Gym
Going to the gym is a wonderful way to stay in shape and also to socialize and meet new friends. There are many benefits, but one risk to keep in mind is the possibility of a busy gym causing you to catch a cold or the flu. Based on your condition, you have to weigh […]
