Doll Therapy for Dementia: Does It Work?
Dementia patients have been getting calmer with the help of dolls — all with the help of doll therapy. With home care services, nursing...
CDC: Falls, Leading Health Threat
Falls primarily lead to injury and death in the elderly, a study found in the September 23 issue U.S. Center for Disease Control and...
Exercise Based on Laughter May Boost Seniors’ Physical, Mental Health
Including laughter in an exercise program can strengthen seniors’ aerobic endurance, mental health, and confidence when they perform...
Genes behind Loss of Hearing, Sight and Brittleness of Bones Identified
Several age-related medical conditions such as bones’ brittleness (osteoarthritis), as well as loss of sight (retinal degeneration) and...
Geriatric Emergency Rooms Alleviate Medical Risks, Stress in Seniors
Going to hospitals to receive treatments, especially emergency cases, can be daunting for the elderly. They have to deal with healthcare...
National Senior Citizens Day 2016 Celebrated Today
The country celebrates National Senior Citizens Day. Every year, on this day, different activities and events are held in celebration of...
Seniors Not Much into Web Research for Medical Concerns
A new research from the Journal of the American Medical Association has established new findings: that seniors are less likely to consult...
Communication: Secret to Successful Patient-Physician Relationship
Health care can become quite complex these days. However, this need not be a huge issue with the help of excellent communication between...
Robots to Assist in Senior Health Care
With the aging population increasing in the country, the need for more health care staff also increases. How to solve this issue? Try...
Seniors’ Foot Health: A Must-Check for Holistic Wellness
Unknowingly, our feet can be a great source of concern, most especially when we age. Thus, for seniors and the younger ones alike, foot...
