Why is nutrition important for older adults?
March is National Nutrition Month® and this is a great time to ensure older people have the right information about appropriate food choices and how proper nutrition impacts health.
5 vitamins and minerals important to senior health
The best way to get vitamins and minerals is by eating a nutritious and balanced diet.
This Valentine’s Day show your love with 4 heart-healthy gifts
Here are some tips for ensuring you and your loved ones have a heart-healthy Valentine’s Day.
Embrace mindfulness for a better you in 2022
The concept of mindfulness is simple, but becoming a more mindful person requires commitment and practice.
What seniors need to know about thyroid health
Of the estimated 20 million Americans that have some of form of thyroid disease, more than half of them don’t know they have it or have been misdiagnosed.
How to spot fake health news
False or misleading information about diseases, illnesses, potential treatments and cures, vaccines, diets, or surgeries (“fake health news”) can cause people to make decisions that could have dangerous consequences.
Bring the holidays to the nursing home
Celebrating the holidays during the COVID-19 pandemic has been a challenge for us all. However, it has been especially difficult for people whose loved ones live in a nursing home. […]
Family caregivers need support and self-care
An important part of Westside Terrace Healthcare’s mission is to provide extra support for family caregivers.
Take control to win the fight against diabetes
November is National Diabetes Month and it’s a time when communities across the nation bring attention to preventing one of America’s most common chronic health conditions.
How to replace a lost COVID-19 vaccination card
Keeping up with your proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not only important for maintaining medical records, but for protection against fraud.
