The Importance of Vaccinations and Boosters as We Age
When most people think about vaccinations or booster shots, they remember taking their kids to the pediatrician to get them done and stopping for ice cream on the way home. However, the older you get, the more your immune system needs a little help to fight off pathogens like bacteria and viruses. For seniors age […]
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Preventing Infectious Diseases in the Elderly
According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, infections are the leading cause of death for adults over the age of 65, accounting for approximately one-third of all fatalities. These include several common infections that, for younger patients, may not be as dangerous, such as urinary tract infections or influenza. Because seniors tend to have […]
Read MoreHow Stress Affects Health and 7 Ways to Manage It
Stephen Quaning, M.D.
August 22, 2018
Posted in: General Health, Living Younger, Men's Health, Women's Health
The many ways stress can affect our bodies and our health are well-documented. For seniors especially, who are more likely to be affected by stress, it’s important to know how to deal with it because it impacts many of the body’s physical processes, including brain function, blood pressure, cholesterol, digestion, glucose production, and more. One […]
Read MoreStaying Hydrated Can Become a Challenge With Age
For seniors, staying healthy as we age is a high priority. This is why the elderly tend to visit their physicians more frequently, are more likely to be admitted to the hospital, and take more prescriptions than younger people. And even though aging is a natural part of life, there are actions older people can […]
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Aging & Memory Loss: What You Need to Know
As we get older, it’s common to experience some minor memory loss. You’re watching Jeopardy! and the answer is right on the tip of your tongue, but you can’t think of it. Or you remember having your wallet or keys in your hand a few minutes ago, but now you can’t find them. Most seniors […]
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Improving Sleep Without Medication
In March, we blogged about National Sleep Awareness Week, pointing out how a 2003 study by the National Sleep Foundation found that 44% of all seniors have trouble sleeping at least once or twice a week. It’s a problem because people who have insomnia are less physically active and more likely to suffer from Parkinson’s […]
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Customizing Hospice Care to Your Needs
From my experience working with patients, it’s not uncommon for some to be a little uncomfortable with turning to in-home hospice care, especially at first. Primarily, what I hear from them is that they don’t like the idea of having a lot of people in their homes. The thought of having medical staff in their […]
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How Aging Affects Headaches and Migraines
Regardless of age, everybody gets an occasional headache. Whether it’s from a stressful day at work, trouble getting a good night’s sleep, or drinking a little too much alcohol the night before, a headache can leave you feeling irritated and grumpy until you get some relief. So how do you know when a headache needs […]
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How to Know When It’s Time to Call Hospice
In a recent post, I wrote about the most common misperceptions people have about hospice care. I was glad to have an opportunity to clear up some of these misunderstandings and, in the process, educate readers on what hospice care is and how it helps terminal patients and their families. Still, one question families often […]
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What Seniors Should Know About Asthma and Allergies
No matter your age, nothing is more frustrating – and at times, more frightening – than having trouble breathing. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, more than two million people in the U.S. age 65 and older battle with asthma. Asthma is a disease that is characterized by obstructions of the […]
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