Medical Alert Systems Archive
Senior Vision Loss: New Treatments Bring Hope
Older adults with certain medical conditions may be in danger of losing their vision. Macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma can rob seniors of their sight. Fortunately, recent advances in ophthalmology bring new hope
Senior Scammers – What to Watch For
The National Council on Aging (NCOA) reports that scams targeting seniors are so prevalent that they are considered the crime of the 21st Century. These scams are thought to be low risk crimes because
Senior Quality of Life: Try Music, Not TV
According to an article presented by NPR, Americans are watching more TV than ever. The average person in the U.S. watches more than five hours a day, and seniors are watching even more TV
Are Seniors Over-Medicated?
Medications save lives and play an important role in managing various health conditions. However, they are often overprescribed, particularly for senior citizens. Polypharmacy – the simultaneous use of multiple drugs by a single patient
Memory and Alcohol – Is There a Connection?
Growing older isn’t easy. Aging affects overall health and well-being and increases the risk of various health conditions. One of the most dreaded effects of aging is memory loss and cognitive impairment. Recent research
Vitamin D and Senior Health
Vitamin D is known as the sunshine vitamin. It is unique among vitamins because it can be produced in the skin with exposure to sunlight. It can also be consumed in food and supplements.
Worried About Memory Loss? Tips and Tricks for Seniors
Memory lapses can happen occasionally at any age – like the name on the tip of your tongue that you can’t quite remember. For many people, however, memory failures happen a lot more frequently
Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Brain
Every part of the body changes as we grow older, including the brain. And as the brain changes, mental function changes along with it. Cognitive impairment because of declining mental function is one of
Seniors Going Organic: Is it Worth the Cost?
Organically grown fruits, vegetables, grains, and meats are costlier than commercially produced foods, and are widely believed to be healthier for the body. Many seniors watch what they eat, and buy organic, but are
Natural Stress Relievers for Seniors
Stress is a part of life in the 21st Century and it does not go away with retirement. Seniors experience stress, just like everyone else. The difference is that coping with stress becomes more
