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What Causes Balance Issues in Older Adults?

Dealing with aging can be difficult. It can be more difficult when you (or a loved one) are becoming increasingly unsteady. According to the National Institute on Aging (NIH), challenges with balance can become more common as medical issues such as diabetes, heart disease, and thyroid problems cause damage to the nerves and blood vessels…

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September Is National Cholesterol Education Month

Likely, you’ve heard the word “cholesterol” mentioned throughout your daily life at least once or twice, either in passing at the water cooler or on a random late-night sitcom. Although you likely hear the word from time to time, do you understand what it is and why it’s important to human health? Were you aware…

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5 Types of Wound Dressings and When to Use Them

Whether you’re eager to learn more about different types of wound dressings or you have no idea where to start, maintaining the knowledge of different types of wound dressings and how to use them will likely come in handy one day. Of course, if you find yourself with a severe injury, it’s always best to…

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Osteoarthritis Treatment Options

If you have noticed you have stiff joints or joint pain that will not go away, you may have osteoarthritis. Should you be diagnosed with this medical condition, it is essential to learn more about it to determine the best osteoarthritis treatment options for you.  Haven Health can help you or a loved one create…

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Nutrition for Older Adults: Tips for Caregivers

Getting the proper nutrition by eating a well-balanced, healthy diet is important for people of all ages. However, as we age and get older, our nutritional needs change. So, it is essential to ensure our diets reflect these changes.  Why is nutrition for older adults important?  As a caregiver, ensuring the people you care for…

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What Is Psoriatic Arthritis?

Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is one of the more common types of arthritis. It affects up to 26 percent of people who have psoriasis, which is a chronic skin condition that causes scaly patches on the skin and joints.  The two conditions frequently go hand in hand. Unlike other forms of arthritis, psoriatic arthritis is an…

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Exercise for Older Adults: Balance, Strength, and Stretching

It’s common knowledge that exercise benefits people of all ages, but you may not know just how important it is to keep moving as you age. Many seniors don’t get the exercise they need regularly. Still, a small amount of daily exercise can improve balance, strengthen bones and muscles, and increase flexibility in joints and…

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Common Senior Scams and How to Avoid Them

Scams have been rampant since the invention of the telephone, and the complexity and frequency of scams have increased since the introduction of the internet. As phones and devices get more advanced, criminals and their scams have become increasingly nefarious. The best way to avoid financial scams is to be able to easily identify a…

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How To Treat Anxiety in the Elderly

Anxiety is a word that is often heard, but many people might not fully understand what it is and how it can manifest in their lives or their loved ones. Anxiety takes form in many different ways and within all age groups. Our skilled nursing team explains. What Is Anxiety in Older Adults? Anxiety in…

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Memory Loss and Alzheimer’s Disease: Five Early Signs of Dementia

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, dementia is when damage to the brain causes problems with memory, problem-solving, and/or other tasks involving thinking. In the majority of dementia cases, the cause is Alzheimer’s disease, but not always, so it’s important to get a proper medical diagnosis. According to the National Institute on Aging (NIH), about a…

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