Health and Wellness
What Is a Pinched Nerve? 4 Things Older Adults Should Know
Ouch! If you’ve ever felt a shooting pain zing down your arm or leg, you may have wondered if you pinched a nerve. If you’re over 50, here’s a piece from AARP on what you should know about a pinched nerve, including how to treat one at home and when you should see a doctor.…
Read More8 Early Warning Signs of Parkinson’s Disease
Did you know that Parkinson’s disease affects as many as 1 million Americans? Most of us can recognize some signs of Parkinson’s disease, such as tremor and trouble walking. But signs that can appear a decade or more before the disease presents in more obvious physical forms are often mistaken for something else — including…
Read MoreDiabetes in Older People
It’s likely that you have a good friend or loved one with diabetes, a serious disease that affects many older adults. Diabetes occurs when a person’s blood glucose (blood sugar) is too high. Thankfully there are a number of steps you can take to delay or prevent type 2 diabetes. To find out more about…
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