Are you at risk for atherosclerosis?
Age-related changes to the heart and blood vessels can put older people at risk for serious health problems. According to the National Institute on Aging, people ages 65 and older […]
How to bring the holidays to the nursing home
The fall and winter months are times for togetherness and cherishing holiday moments with family and friends. When a loved one is in a long-term care facility, it can make […]
November is National COPD Awareness Month
Maybe they’re a loved one. Maybe they’re a friend. Or, maybe they’re a neighbor. Whoever they may be, the chances are high that you already know someone with chronic obstructive […]
How to put your health on the menu during the holidays
The Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays are nearly upon us, bringing promises of good times and good food. The holiday season is usually a time for gatherings with friends and family […]
Don’t let your health go up in smoke
If you’re one of the more than 20 percent of adults who smoke in Alabama, it’s probably no secret that it’s bad for your health. From cancers and heart attacks […]
Take control: How older people can win the fight against diabetes
November is National Diabetes Month and it’s a time when communities across the nation bring attention to one of America’s most common chronic health conditions. In Alabama, approximately 610,458 people […]
4 ways to protect yourself and those you love during the fall and winter
After what seemed like an endless summer in Alabama, there have been some signs that cooler days are ahead. This is a good time to look at how we can […]
Tips to help reduce your risk of falling
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one-third of older adults age 65 and older fall each year. Falls can be devastating to an older body and […]
Happy National Physical Therapy Month!
Did you know that October is National Physical Therapy Month? Established in 1981 by the National Physical Therapy Association (APTA), this month is a time to raise awareness about how […]
5 ways to honor breast cancer survivors
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the second most common type of cancer in American women. According to the National Cancer Institute, there were 268,600 new […]
