The COVID-19 pandemic threatens the health of millions in this country and around the world, but the novel coronavirus presents unique challenges for more than 5 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s and more than 16 million family members and friends serving as their caregivers. “Public health strategies aimed at limiting contact with others are nearly […]
There’s no doubt about it — what you do each day for work can make a huge impact on your overall well-being. According to a Society for Human Resource Management survey, key job satisfaction aspects include job security, respect, trust and a positive and healthy environment. If you don’t have these things in your workplace, […]
Family caregivers lead busy and at times, stressful lives, often balancing work, their own kids and spouses, hobbies and more, all while ensuring their loved ones are happy and healthy. In celebration of family caregivers and all that they do, Interim HealthCare Inc. shares tips to help them avoid burnout and provide better care: • […]
If you visit the eye doctor regularly, you’re probably familiar with the puff of air test. It’s a standard glaucoma screening that takes only a moment to perform. But did you know there are five common glaucoma tests? Here’s a brief description of them courtesy of glaucoma.org: Tonometry: This test measures the pressure within your […]
In most cases, people keep pets simply because they love animals. While some people have a preferred type of pet, such as cats or dogs, there are others who keep a whole host of animals in their home. If you are considering keeping a pet, then you should take into account some of the benefits […]
Choosing the right doctor is one of the most important decisions people can make for their health. If you are unsure who to turn to for your general care, experts point out that internal medicine specialists, or internists, specialize in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of a broad spectrum of illnesses that affect adults throughout […]
According to the ASPCA, Americans own nearly 80 million dogs! Wow, dogs are a big part of the American life. While this is great for the owners and the dogs sadly most of those dogs are left alone for up to 10 hours a day while their owners work. Not so good for the dogs, […]
Loneliness can pose a significant threat to aging people with heart disease, especially those who live by themselves. In fact, research shows that elderly men and women living alone — with no one to talk to — are far more vulnerable to severe cardiovascular perils. According to The Annals of Behavioral Medicine, humans are hardwired […]
Long-distance caregiving for a parent or senior loved one is a difficult reality for many adults. A study by Home Instead, Inc., franchisor of the Home Instead Senior Care network, finds that 23 percent of American adults currently care for an older relative who lives more than an hour away. Providing care from a distance […]
Maybe you want more energy, or perhaps you want to lose weight and keep it off for good. Whatever your goals, a new year means a fresh start to become the best version of yourself. Here are five tips from Nutrisystem experts to get your scale moving in the right direction and support your long-term […]