Men are more likely than women to drink excessively. Excessive drinking is associated with significant increases in short-term risks to health and safety, and the risk increases as the amount of drinking increases. Men are also more likely than women to take other risks (e.g., drive fast or without a safety belt), when combined with … Continued
Croup is an acute respiratory condition that makes breathing more difficult. Learning the facts about croup can help you manage this common childhood illness calmly and effectively when it strikes your child and helps you know when the time has come to call your doctor or head to the emergency room for medical attention, if … Continued
As parents, we want our child to grow and develop into a happy, confident individual. Every child is different, and even children within the same family may have varying needs and issues. But, needs such as self-esteem are universally important for all children. Self-esteem is the way you feel about yourself. When children feel confident … Continued
A new study found that, for healthy older adults, taking a low-dose aspirin each day didn’t extend life or prevent a first heart attack or stroke. Heart diseases and stroke are the leading causes of death and disability in older adults in the U.S. These are often caused by blood clots that form in the … Continued
By Glenna Rosenberg I don’t think many people realize the importance of photographs. Having photographs to look at around the home is amazing. However, when you add Grandparents to any photograph it becomes beautiful. Yesterday, I had an amazing opportunity to take family photographs of a Grandmother and her Granddaughter, the family photo session was … Continued
IF YOU’RE A FAMILY CAREGIVER: CONSIDERATIONS BEFORE TALKING TO AN OLDER DRIVER Getting older does not necessarily mean a person’s driving days are over. But it’s important to plan ahead and take steps to ensure the safety of your loved ones on the road. NHTSA offers free material to help you learn more about how … Continued
When I was a caregiver for my moth- er, I juggled a full-time job, two chil- dren, a relationship, and trying to be the best caregiver I could be. When the time came that I needed help, I would hop on the computer at night and Google information. This was a daunting task. Primarily because … Continued
By, Pam Teel Randi Goldberg has a very important job making sure that her client’s needs are met. As the Director of Community relations at Always Best Care Senior Services, Randi wears a few hats at a time traveling to the many different facilities that partner with Always Best Care and are in need of … Continued
“Together We Can Survive” Prescription drug spending has increased to 4.6 percent in 2019. It is estimated that the increase will continue, on average, each year 5.5 percent through 2027. 7 WAYS TO LOWER DRUG COSTS 1. Consider switching to generics or other lower-cost drugs. There may be a generic or less-expensive brand-name drugs that … Continued
By Pam Teel Dogs have an excellent sense of smell, so much better than our human noses. Dogs have 25 times more smell receptors than humans, boosting their smelling ability by 100,000 times. It is a true fact that that a dog’s olfactory abilities are so great that he can potentially sniff out cancer in … Continued