The 5 Best Types of Exercise for the Elderly: A Guide to Healthy Aging
Discover the best types of exercises for the elderly to prioritize physical health. Explore walking, strength training, water aerobics, stretching, and cycling.
Author: Dr. Jade Marie Tomaszewski
Dr. Jade Marie Tomaszewski is a pathologist-in-training at McGill University, where she also did her degree in MSc Pathology. She obtained her medical degree (MD) from the University of the Philippines, after completing a BSc in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology. With her previous experience in health education and as a student journalist, she strives to make medicine more comprehensible to the public. You can follow her on LinkedIn and Twitter.
What Causes Seasonal Affective Disorder in the Elderly?
Understanding what causes Seasonal Affective Disorder in the elderly involves factors like disrupted circadian rhythms, reduced sunlight exposure, social isolation, and existing health conditions. Addressing these causes is vital for supporting seniors’ mental health during darker seasons.
Maintaining Healthy Habits During the Holidays
Discover easy ways for seniors to maintain healthy habits during the holidays. From mindful eating to staying active and prioritizing self-care, embrace the festive season while staying on track with health goals.
How to Improve Digestion in Old Age: Practical Tips
As we age, our bodies go through a lot of changes. One of the most affected parts is the digestive system. In fact, digestion in old age can be a real challenge. Discover practical tips to improve digestion in old age. From diet adjustments to gut-supporting nutrients, these strategies promote overall well-being.
Rehabilitation Programs for Seniors
No matter how healthy we are, our body changes, and we may have trouble with joint stiffness, balance, mobility, vision, conversing, and completing tasks that we normally do every day. These difficulties are more pronounced with the presence of health problems. In these cases, rehabilitation may be necessary to maintain or improve physical, cognitive, and functional abilities. These can include physical therapy, occupational therapy, cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, and speech therapy.
Making the Most of Your Medical Appointments
Medical appointments can be overwhelming and sometimes, just a bit frightening. Depending on your health, mobility, and independence, medical appointments can require a fair amount of planning—from scheduling, to getting there on time (and likely waiting to be seen), to the actual appointment and thereafter.
Men’s Health: Prostate Cancer Awareness
Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men worldwide and is the fifth leading cancer cause of death. Although it can be asymptomatic at an early stage, many cases can have a slow, indolent course that may not require surgery but only active surveillance and frequent followup. Read more about the risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment of prostate cancer.
Travel Tips for Seniors
It can seem daunting to travel as an elderly person, whether solo or in a group. But travel can be good for you, and as long as you prepare accordingly, your trip can run as smoothly as possible. Here are some tips before you embark on your next adventure!
Summer Fun: Preventing Heat Strokes During Heat Waves
Summer is the time of great fun for people of all ages. While the elderly may be more vulnerable to extremely hot weather, staying hydrated and following our other tips on preventing heat-related illnesses will keep you and your loved ones safe this season.
What You Need to Know About Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) refers to prostatic enlargement, which is the most common prostatic problem in men aged 50 years and older. It can cause bladder irritation and urinary symptoms and can decrease quality of life. Find out more in this article.
Health Care Services for Seniors in the Greater Vancouver Area
British Columbia is an amazing place for retirees, given the temperate weather and beautiful scenery. Another reason is that there is a robust health care program in place to ensure that there are available health services for the elderly population. In this article, we talk about the many possible options available for you or your loved one.
Particulate Air Pollution and Protection
Smoke from wildfire can contain irritant gases and particulates that can cause many health problems. In this article, we talk about how to watch for air quality using a standard index and advice on minimizing exposure to particulate pollutants.