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Strokes: What Women Need to Know
A stroke, sometimes called a brain attack, happens when blood flow to an area of the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. Blood carries oxygen to cells in the body, and when brain cells are starved of blood, they die. A stroke is a medical...
How To Make Your Home Safe as You Age
Many adults prefer to remain in their homes as they age. After all, it’s comfortable, familiar, and—well, it’s home. As people age, however, and mobility and response time slows down a bit, minor safety hazards around the house can become more significant. For the...
What is Fall Risk Assessment?
Fall is a season to enjoy the changing of the leaves on trees, pumpkin spice flavors and football, not a time for slips and trips. That is why it is a timely reminder to be aware of the risks of falling as we age. A fall risk assessment is an examination done on every...
September is Healthy Aging Month
September is Healthy Aging Month, a time to celebrate life and the positive aspects of growing older. As we age, we become aware that our physical and mental health, as well as dietary and social needs, change. You can take charge of your well-being, by taking steps...
Benefits of Wordle & Online Games for Older Adults
Wordle with its stacks of green, black, white, and yellow squares has become not only a source of entertainment and a social connection but also provides brain stimulation. Wordle has been a big hit on social media, and the buzz is creating quite a reaction amongst...