With an increasing aging population, being able to evaluate nursing homes on important issues is an essential skill for caregivers and children with aging parents. When one considers that their loved one might need a nursing home for either a short-term rehabilitation or more long term caregiving needs, one must realize that not all nursing […]
Updated October 2025 Diabetes is on the rise in our society, affecting 38.4 million Americans, or about 11.6% of the population. More than a million Americans are newly diagnosed with diabetes every year. About 2 million Americans have type 1 diabetes, while type 2 diabetes accounts for almost 95% of all cases. Nearly 30% of […]
Updated August 2025 The number of people at risk from pressure ulcers is increasing due to an aging population and a growing prevalence of long-term chronic conditions. Older adults who have functional limitations and immobility issues are especially at risk for developing bed sores. Bed sores, also called pressure ulcers or decubitus ulcers, can result […]
Updated December 2025 Do you suffer with stiff and painful joints? Researchers have found that arthritis is the most prevalent cause of disability in the US, affecting one in five adults. Some forms of arthritis, including osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, are particularly common in older adults. One in three people age 65 and older suffer […]
Updated December 2025 Data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey suggests that Americans are experiencing an “epidemic of low bone mass” in the femoral neck, lumbar spine, or both. The problem increases with age, affecting 47.5% of Americans who are 65 and over (and 51.5% of women in that age range). Low bone […]
The impact of one individual’s health can have a ripple effect on an entire family. Family members are caring for their loved ones in the home more today and for longer periods of time than ever before. If you are the primary caregiver for a dependent loved one, you are at risk for developing caregiver […]
Does getting older really mean getting sick, debilitated, and unhappy? In this article, we will explore common myths of aging which can result in ageism, as well as the truths about aging that have stood the test of time. We will also explore physiological changes in the body that occur with age. Myth #1 – […]