Published: January 20, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has raised stress levels for many people. Research studies are showing increases in sleep problems, anger, and lack of motivation during the pandemic. Prescriptions for anti-anxiety medicines reached a new high in 2020. People are also reporting more physical impacts of stress, such as teeth grinding. When stress lasts a long time,… Read More
Published: January 5, 2021
Our teeth and gums change as we grow older. Years of wear and tear take a toll, often causing thinning enamel and broken or lost teeth. Teeth with repairs such as crowns, fillings and root canals are less hardy. As gums recede, sensitive areas of the teeth not covered by enamel may be exposed. Some… Read More
Published: December 21, 2020
As COVID-19 vaccines become available, it’s important to understand some key facts about these potentially life-saving injections. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued the following information about getting vaccinated. Fact: COVID-19 vaccines will not give you COVID-19 None of the COVID-19 vaccines currently available or in development in the United States use… Read More
Published: December 4, 2020
Baby, it’s cold outside! If you’re heading outside, you’ll certainly put on a warm coat and a hat—but what about your feet? Older adults are at higher risk of falling, and are more prone to certain health condition that make their feet more vulnerable. The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) reminds seniors… Read More
Published: November 24, 2020
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and in our last blog post we encouraged readers to join the “Great American Smokeout.” In this post we’ll provide some information about lung cancer, which is the leading cause of cancer death in both men and women in the United States. Every year in this country, about 221,000… Read More
Published: October 20, 2020
Podiatrists report that autumn brings an increase in patients coming in with foot pain—specifically, the pain caused by bunions. Why? According to the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS), it’s because people, especially women, often wear sandals and other lighter shoes, or go barefoot a lot, all summer. When the temperature drops, out… Read More
Published: October 5, 2020
Now that flu season is upon us, we are once again being reminded that getting a flu vaccine is important – especially so this year because of the coronavirus. What role does the coronavirus play in all of this? Sadly, as we’ve learned, the health care system can easily become overwhelmed with coronavirus patients. The… Read More
Published: September 21, 2020
September is World Alzheimer’s Month, a time to raise awareness and help advance research through fundraising. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, “An estimated 5.8 million Americans age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia in 2020. Eighty percent are age 75 or older.” If you have a loved one who was recently diagnosed, you… Read More
Published: July 16, 2020
During the coronavirus pandemic, many of us are doing a lot more sitting around than we normally would. It’s important for people of all ages to remember that one of the many benefits of staying at least moderately active is preventing deep vein thrombosis. Deep vein thrombosis occurs when a blood clot forms in a… Read More
Published: June 18, 2020
June is Men’s Health Month. Why not take advantage of Father’s Day to remind Dad and Grandpa about ways they can protect their health? Of course, Father’s Day 2020 will be a little different. For many families, traditional Father’s Day visits have been postponed or are taking place as virtual visits on Zoom and FaceTime.… Read More