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In Odor to Tell. Picture of part of a caucasian male's face showing his eye and nose.

In Odor to Tell

Someday doctors may be able to screen for Alzheimer’s using a simple scratch and sniff test, according to two Columbia University studies. Dr. William Kreisl, a neurologist at Columbia University, and a team of researchers studied 84 people in their 60s and 70s, including 58 with memory problems indicative of early Alzheimer’s. Participants took the […]




Warning Signs and Symptoms of Heart Disease. Picture of a pair of hands, holding a transparent image of the heart.

Warning Signs and Symptoms of Heart Disease

The common heart disease warning signs are angina, chest pain, dyspnea, edema, and palpitations. Chest Pain There are many causes of chest pain that have nothing to do with the heart, but it is a discomfort or pain felt along the front of the body. Angina chest pain is the most common symptom of poor […]




The Five Practices Shown to Extend Life More Than a Decade. Picture of a young black female taking vitamins and preparing healthy foods.

The Five Practices Shown to Extend Life More Than a Decade

In the United States, a majority of individuals fall short of their optimal health potential. A disconcerting six out of ten Americans grapple with at least one chronic disease, as reported by the CDC, with four out of ten facing the challenge of managing two or more conditions. The toll of chronic ailments such as […]




Navigating the Holidays with Diabetes: A Guide to Celebrating Healthily. Picture of an older caucasian male, a young caucasian male and a caucasian male and female child having a holiday meal together.

Navigating the Holidays with Diabetes: A Guide to Celebrating Healthily

The holiday season is a time for joy, festivities, and delicious meals shared with loved ones. However, for individuals managing diabetes, this time of year can present unique challenges. The abundance of tempting treats, hearty meals, and fluctuating schedules can make it difficult to maintain blood sugar levels. This article aims to provide valuable insights […]




The Perils of Smoking in the Presence of Oxygen Therapy. Picture of a young caucasian female kicking at a large cigarette butt.

The Perils of Smoking in the Presence of Oxygen Therapy

When combined with the use of supplemental oxygen, the dangers of smoking are amplified, creating a potentially deadly combination. Oxygen therapy is a medical intervention aimed at improving the oxygen supply to various organs and tissues, particularly in patients with respiratory disorders. However, the presence of oxygen-enriched environments significantly increases the risk of fire and […]




The Advantages of Body-Weight Exercise. Picture of a caucasian female doing plank exercises at home.

The Advantages of Body-Weight Exercise

All exercise is beneficial. But even stacked up against other types of workouts, body-weight exercise has a lot to offer. Not only does it provide an excellent workout, but it can also help you overcome some common excuses for avoiding exercise, like “I don’t have time to go to the gym” and “I don’t have […]




Timing Your Water Intake for Best Effects. Picture of an older black female drinking from a bottle of water while at the beach.

Timing Your Water Intake for Best Effects

Timing your water intake can have various effects on your body and overall well-being. While there is no one-size-fits-all approach, here are some considerations for optimizing the timing of your water intake: Morning hydration: Start your day by drinking a glass of water as soon as you wake up. This helps to replenish the fluids […]




Loss of Appetite in Seniors. Picture of healthy fruits and vegetables.

Loss of Appetite in Seniors

Poor appetite is a common problem in older people living at home and in care homes, as well as hospital inpatients. It can contribute to weight loss and nutritional deficiencies, and associated poor healthcare outcomes, including increased mortality. Understanding the causes of reduced appetite will enable nurses and other clinical staff working in a range […]




Which Medical Alert System is Right for Me? Picture of an older caucasian female having her medical alert pendant checked by a younger caucasian female nurse.

Which Medical Alert System is Right for Me?

With so many medical alert systems (MAS) on the market today, it is hard to know just what to buy.  Medical alert systems have developed by leaps and bounds from the basic device with a button that contacts EMS.  You can get devices not with GPS, cellular connectivity, fall detection, activity trackers, movement sensors and […]




Aging or Depressed. Picture of an older black female and male, the male is staring ahead as if either troubled or depressed.

Aging or Depressed

Although depression is a mental health condition and is a widespread problem in older adults, it is not a general part of getting older. Due to some overlap between signs of depression and signs of getting older, depression is often not recognized or treated.  Elderly experiencing depression may just appear to be lost in thought […]






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