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Alternative Treatments for Parkinson’s Disease

By |October 15, 2019|Categories: Uncategorized|Tags: |

 

Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder which affects the part of the brain responsible for all movement throughout the body. There are a few ways to help treat Parkinson’s disease and manage its symptoms.

The most common method used for managing symptoms associated with Parkinson’s is through the use of prescription medications or implantable devices to help ease body tremors. There do however, exist other forms of treatment outside of medication. Surprisingly enough, many patients remain unaware of these additional or alternative treatments which can also[…]

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Poor Sleep Linked to Alzheimer’s in Hispanics

By |October 11, 2019|Categories: Uncategorized|Tags: , |

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A recent study has identified a link between Hispanics who have trouble sleeping and a higher risk for Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. This link was identified between prolonged sleep as well as insomnia, both inflicting poor neurocognitive function. The study was conducted at the University of Miami’s Miller School and revealed that Hispanics have a significantly higher risk for developing Alzheimer’s compared to non Hispanics. The goal of this study is to uncover new solutions for preventative measures for dementia. The participants for this study were among 16,000 Latinos featuring 55%[…]

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Ask Yourself These 8 Questions Before you Turn 65

By |October 9, 2019|Categories: Uncategorized|Tags: |

 

 

 

There are several questions we should ask ourselves before reaching the age of 65 in order to be best prepared. Already you may have begun to ask yourself, when should I retire? How will I retire?So many lingering questions begin to arise as you prepare for your late future many of which can seem overwhelming. Take a deep breath and remember that growing old can present you with new opportunities as well as challenges however, you are not alone. There exist many benefits, laws, and options available to you to help enhance and[…]

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Could a New Georgia Law to Protect Seniors Hurt them Instead?

By |October 8, 2019|Categories: Uncategorized|Tags: , |

 

Unfortunately, stories of elderly abuse are a rising and striking issue amongst many communities including many in Georgia, for that reason a new Georgia law has been put in place, in hopes of better protecting the elderly. This law just took effect on October 1, 2019 and requires that all owners and employees at long term care facilities undergo a background check in conjunction with a finger print rendering. This law also applies to non profit volunteers who come in contact with senior patients as well. The goal of this law is[…]

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5 Tips for Battling Sleep Deprivation

By |October 4, 2019|Categories: Uncategorized|Tags: , |

 

 

Poor sleep patterns are a common plague amongst the elderly with trouble falling asleep effecting countless seniors everywhere. Trouble sleeping can lead to extreme fatigue during daytime hours, result in loss of energy, and even lead to depression. Many seniors who bring up their sleeping concerns to their doctors, may end up being prescribed a prescription drug to help aide with sleep however, this is not always the best option. Most seniors are already prescribed countless medications and adding another one to the list may be an added hassle. If you are suffering[…]

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Parenting in the 60’s: Drastically Different from Today

By |October 3, 2019|Categories: Uncategorized|Tags: , |

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You hear it all the time or perhaps you even say it all the time, “back in my day“….this term is usually spoken when outlining the differences between todays normal and the past normal. It’s no secret we change with the times, we have adapted new fashion (although often recycled), new technology, and even new social norms, so just how different was “back in your day“? Well if you look back to even just the 60’s and how kids were raised back then you might say, pretty different!! Perhaps, the biggest difference between then and[…]

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