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Everyday Ways Seniors Can Stay Well During Cold & Flu Season

The cold and flu season does not always begin with a dramatic warning. Sometimes, staying well comes down to the small things we do every day: drinking enough water, getting a little movement, eating nourishing meals, washing our hands, getting...

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Why Prevention Starts Before an Older Adult Gets Sick

Every fall, families prepare for cooler weather. They bring out warmer clothes, stock the pantry, and start planning for the holidays. But there is another kind of preparation worth thinking about: getting an older loved one ready for cold and...

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Understanding How Aging Can Change the Way the Body Responds to...

For a healthy 30-year-old, the flu might mean a few miserable days in bed. For an older adult, the same illness can sometimes lead to weeks of weakness, missed medications, reduced mobility, a fall, or even a hospital visit. Why? It isn't simply...

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Pets and Aging: How Animal Companionship Can Support Older Adults

Why the Bond Between Seniors and Their Pets Matters For many older adults, a pet is much more than an animal living in the home. They're family. They're there in the morning when their owner wakes up. They sit beside them during quiet...

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When Siblings Disagree About a Parent’s Care

“My Sister Thinks Mom Is Fine. I Don't. What Do We Do?” For months, Emma had been worried about her mother’s ability to live alone. Her mother had started missing appointments, forgetting where she placed things, and calling Emma...

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Beyond Memory Loss: Understanding Lewy Body Dementia

The Dementia Many Families Don't Recognize Until the Symptoms Become Hard to Ignore Imagine visiting your father one afternoon. He seems completely like himself. He jokes with you, remembers an old family story, and asks about your...

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