Health Issues
Do You Suspect Hearing Loss in Your Elderly Relative?
Most people never think much about their hearing until something happens to it. That includes aging adults dealing with hearing loss. As one of the more common conditions in old age, elderly adults have a lot of treatment options once the condition is diagnosed. However, too many seniors delay seeing a doctor about their hearing…
Read MoreSeniors with COPD May Need In-Home Care
When an elderly adult is diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, it is the beginning of a series of treatments to help control the symptoms of the condition. Seniors who have previously lived independently in their own home may need more help around the house and with self-care than before. How Does COPD…
Read MoreCaring for Aging Relatives After a Serious Stroke
When blood is blocked from reaching the brain via a burst vessel or blood clot, it leads to a stroke. While they can range from mild to severe, all strokes have a significant health impact on an elderly adult. After a stay at the hospital and a short-term recovery center, an aging adult is faced…
Read MoreHow Common is the Common Cold?
Everyone has heard the term “common cold,” but just how common is this illness? As a family caregiver, it is important for you to understand all health risks your senior may face, even those that seem minor. All forms of illness and infection can put your aging parent at risk of more serious issues, and…
Read MoreWhat to Expect After Heart Valve Surgery
Many seniors suffer from heart valve disease in which the valves that help control the flow of blood don’t work correctly. The treatment for the problem is often heart valve replacement or repair surgery. How the older adult’s body reacts to and recovers from the surgery depends on a number of individual factors, including how…
Read MoreWhat Do You Know About Treating Eczema?
The key to keeping your elderly loved one happy and healthy when they are diagnosed with eczema is properly managing the symptoms. If you are interested in minimizing the irritating symptoms of your aging relative’s skin condition, it comes down to applying proper medicine, avoiding triggers, and implementing a proper skin care routine. National Eczema…
Read MoreWhat Do You Know About Guillain-Barre Syndrome?
It’s rare, but Guillain-Barre syndrome could happen to your parent. Chances of developing this neurological disorder are about 1 in 100,000. If it does occur, the patient typically needs a lot of rehabilitation and help at home from caregivers. Here’s what you should know. Guillain-Barre is an autoimmune disease where the body sees the nerve…
Read MoreFAQs About Pulmonary Fibrosis in Elderly Adults
With more than 50,000 new cases diagnosed every year in elderly adults over the age of 65, pulmonary fibrosis is a serious disease that many family caregivers first learn about when their aging relative is diagnosed. September is Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month and it is an excellent opportunity for anyone with interest to gather more…
Read MoreShould Your Parent Start Thinking About Treatment Before a Lung Cancer Diagnosis?
The time to start thinking about your aging parent’s care during their cancer journey is actually before they are even diagnosed. While the time leading up to a diagnosis can be stressful as your parent wonders about what could come next in their life, it is also a fantastic opportunity to prepare both of you.…
Read MoreDoes My Aging Parent Have Sleep Apnea?
It’s no secret that when people grow older, they often face new health challenges related to age. From arthritis and poor vision to diabetes and dementia, seniors are at a higher risk for developing illnesses that can lower their health and wellness. Sleep apnea is an often-overlooked condition that affects millions of elderly adults. Restful…
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