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Preventing Osteoporosis

Preventing Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by weakened bones, making them more susceptible to fractures. It’s particularly common among seniors. Osteoporosis affects 16 percent of women and 4 percent of men after age 50 and underlies many of the debilitating...
Pet Therapy

Pet Therapy

Interacting with Pets When older people get lonely, interacting with pets can be a game-changer. We have published a couple of articles on this topic in this space, but recently, an item on Reddit makes this point more poignant than any I have seen. The thesis is that...
Mammograms for Senior Women

Mammograms for Senior Women

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to emphasize the importance of breast cancer screening. For senior women, understanding when to continue mammograms and when they might no longer be necessary is crucial for maintaining health and well-being. The...
Music Therapy for Senior Citizens

Music Therapy for Senior Citizens

People like to use music to have fun and let their cares melt away. Music can affect us in many ways: We feel it as alive in us, bringing us into emotional states, accessing memories, and providing a shared experience. This is very true for seniors, too. While we all...