Geriatrics
Maintaining a Good Mental Health in Our Silver Years
The way people perceive aging has changed drastically over the last decade. It is no longer equated to a dependent lifestyle and neither is it now considered a period during
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Fighting Muscle Loss in Seniors
Till the age of 30, muscles build up in the body. But after 30, decrease in muscle mass starts due to the natural aging process. This condition, referred to as
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Surefire Ways to Combat Loneliness in Elders
Everybody must go through the course of life. From youth and virility, one eventually ages and may border on senility. Old age has rightly been called a second childhood. Elders
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The Positive Impact Of Regular Exercise In Elders
Every morning before the first ray of sunlight, public parks are bustling with walkers who go around briskly taking in the fresh air. Most of them are older than 50.
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Fall prevention tips for seniors
One of the biggest problems that a senior faces at home, and outside, is the risk of falls. As you age, bones get weaker and more brittle and even simple
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Symptoms of low magnesium in the body
Magnesium is an important nutrient for the elderly because:- It provides energy It helps maintain bone density It keeps teeth strong It helps in muscle and nerve function It regulates
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Senior health – Do’s and Dont’s beyond Age 65
As one grows older, many activities that one took for granted become more difficult. Here are some tips on what seniors should do and shouldn’t:- In the house:- Do’s Have
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Why are vaccines for pneumonia important for elderly?
The elderly are more at risk for pneumococcal disease. Elderly pneumonia is particularly serious as it can lead to infections of the lungs, bloodstream, brain and spinal cord. There are
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6 Reasons to see a Geriatrician
Geriatricians are specialists in senior health, trained in caring for an aging body. Their knowledge can help keep you happy and healthy throughout your golden years. 1. Nutrition Absorption of
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What is geriatric rehabilitation?
People are living longer. The average mortality rate has gone up by almost twenty years over the last century. Advancement in technology, medical procedures and treatment has made this possible.
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