Health and Wellness

Do you ever experience pain or strange sensations in your feet? If so, you’re not alone! For some, a simple blood test can reveal the cause to be high blood pressure and the advent of a common complication of diabetes called peripheral neuropathy. AARP has shared a wonderful article with symptoms you should never ignore.…

AARP recently offered an informative piece based on research from the Mayo Clinic on how to measure your aging. It turns out that one way of measuring is to see how long a person can stand on one leg. To learn more about a 30 second balance test that may predict longevity, from AARP, CLICK HERE.

The importance of healthy teeth and gums becomes even more important as we age. While people of all ages experience dental health problems each year, thanks to advances in oral health research, today’s older adults are keeping their natural teeth longer compared with previous generations. This article offers tips to help keep your teeth and…

Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and is the number one cause of serious adult disability. Since stroke risk increases with age, it is especially important to know the steps you can take that may lower your chance of having a stroke. To learn about the types of stroke…

Changes in your eyesight is an inevitable fact of getting older. However, it’s important to know that these changes may signify even more serious eye conditions that can lead to vision loss or even blindness, as well as reveal potentially dangerous health issues unrelated to sight. Getting regular eye exams can help to preserve your…

We are all familiar with the benefits of vaccinations in helping prevent disease, but did you know they may also decrease the risk of age-related cognitive decline? To learn more about how sticking to a vaccine schedule may benefit your brain, from AARP, CLICK HERE.

There’s so much information in our daily lives about how to maintain or measure one’s health. It can be overwhelming! But a piece by AARP shares that knowing and understanding a few key numbers is the first step in taking control of your health. Metrics such as blood pressure and bone density provide an unbiased…