Published: June 15, 2022
Every year since 1994, we’ve celebrated Men’s Health Month in June. Families are encouraged to make health a part of their Father’s Day celebration. It is a great opportunity to talk to Dad about his health habits. One topic to bring up with Dad is fall prevention. Falls can be serious and costly for older… Read More
Published: June 7, 2022
When cognitive function, memory and thinking are impacted by Alzheimer’s disease or a related condition, a person often experiences difficulties with communication. They may have trouble forming thoughts, finding the right words, and comprehending what others are saying. Here are some factors to consider: Your loved one may still have some communication abilities. Someone unable… Read More
Published: May 19, 2022
Meet Jessica Griffin, Assistant Director of Nurses and Memory Care Unit Manager here at Webster at Rye. For Jessica, healthcare is a family matter. She began her career at age 16, working as a unit aide alongside her mother, who was working as a Licensed Nursing assistant. After high school, she went on to earn… Read More
Published: May 13, 2022
As we get older, it can be more challenging to keep our immune system in good shape—just when we need it to fight off illnesses that could affect us more than when we were younger. Of course, if we get sick, medicine can help us. But would it be better to avoid getting sick in… Read More
Published: April 28, 2022
Salt is the most frequently used seasoning in Americans’ diets. So it’s important to sort out the facts from the fiction and make sure we know our salt facts for dietary safety. Salt is an important substance that our bodies need. But too much sodium chloride, the chemical name for salt, can be unhealthy for… Read More
Published: April 15, 2022
More than a million Americans are living with Parkinson’s disease, which is characterized by tremor, stiffness of the muscles, and difficulty in initiating movements. It is a disorder of the brain that affects the transmission of messages to the muscles. Parkinson’s disease is progressive, which means that it normally worsens over time, and usually, but… Read More
Published: March 31, 2022
Falls are a serious problem for older adults, often leading to serious injury, loss of independence, and even death. Regular exercise can help build muscle strength and help prevent falls for seniors. However, not every older adult can handle a rigorous exercise routine like high intensity interval training. So how can seniors safely practice low-impact… Read More
Published: March 21, 2022
Something about spring compels us to clear out clutter in our surroundings. Warming temperatures and increasing sunshine prompts us to open the windows and remove the dust of winter. It just feels good to get a fresh start with the changing season. But did you know that spring cleaning is good for your brain, too?… Read More
Published: February 28, 2022
Many people have spent more time than usual online during the COVID-19 epidemic. Throughout the pandemic, social media offered opportunities for sorely needed personal connections. It’s also become quite common now to turn to the internet for information about symptoms you may be experiencing or a new diagnosis for yourself or a family member. However,… Read More
Published: February 15, 2022
A new study out of Oregon is good news for optimists! Researchers from Oregon State University recently conducted a survey that found people who are more optimistic about the aging process reported fewer health symptoms from stress. The researchers surveyed older adults every day for a period of 100 days. Survey participants were initially asked… Read More