by Darian Dozier | Jan 1, 2022 | Elderly Patients
Most older adults do not eat a healthy diet everyday. There are various reasons why elderly individuals may not be getting the proper nutrition. But, it’s important that they find supplements as there are very dangerous health consequences of not meeting daily...
by Darian Dozier | Dec 6, 2021 | Elderly Patients
As we age, we can lose bone density which can lead to osteoporosis. This is a disease where bones become so thin that they can break. Falls become increasingly more dangerous in older age because bones aren’t as resilient as they used to be. They can break...
by Darian Dozier | Nov 15, 2021 | Elderly Patients
As we age, our appetites change greatly. This is due to a number of causes, but this also puts us at risk for malnutrition and anorexia of ageing. Anorexia describes the act of not eating or having a poor appetite. Anorexia nervosa is the psychiatric disorder that...
by Darian Dozier | Oct 17, 2021 | Elderly Patients
As our parents get older, it’s extremely important to keep them active. Once older adults become inactive, their muscles begin to atrophy and their bones become weaker. It’s also important for their minds that they stay engaged in new activities, as well...
by Darian Dozier | Sep 20, 2021 | Elderly Patients
Guardianship has become a prominent topic in the news with the legal battles of popular singer Britney Spears. Britney Spears’ father has complete control over her finances, health, and virtually every decision of her life. Britney Spears is not the only person...
by Darian Dozier | Sep 13, 2021 | Elderly Patients
As your parents begin to age it is important to look out for certain chronic diseases that can manifest and worsen over time. Some of these diseases can be avoided before they advance to an elderly age, but many of them started several years ago and now need to be...
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