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
Published: June 5, 2020
Disposable masks, once used primarily by medical professionals, are now becoming standard gear for millions of people worldwide. Masks are a key part of personal safety during the pandemic, but only if you handle them properly. The World Health Organization (WHO) offers these tips for disposable medical masks, also displayed in the graphic below. Before… Read More
Published: May 5, 2020
Here are some Pandemic coping” suggestions we at Webster at Rye would like to share with our blog readers. During emotionally stressful times, turning to others – friends, family, neighbors – comes naturally. But as the coronavirus epidemic continues, many of the traditional ways we seek comfort and connection are simply unavailable to us. A… Read More
Published: April 13, 2020
From natural disasters to world disturbances, any time there is big news that worries people, con artists are quick to capitalize on our fears and concerns. We haven’t seen a more concerning current event than the COVID-19 pandemic in many years—and no sooner did the word “coronavirus” appear in the headlines than fraudsters unleashed their… Read More
Published: April 5, 2020
Take actions to reduce your risk of getting sick Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel (new) coronavirus that has now spread around the world, including cases in our state. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says… Read More
Published: March 5, 2020
As we grow older, we are more likely to be living with chronic health conditions. Heart disease, arthritis, vision and hearing loss, diabetes and many other illnesses all can take a toll on our quality of life, so it’s not surprising that many seniors who are living with health challenges are also dealing with depression,… Read More
Published: February 20, 2020
Polls show that when it comes to aging, worrying about memory loss is a top concern of Americans. A recent study conducted by the University of Michigan Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation found that nearly half of middle-age residents of the U.S. think they’re at risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease or another type of… Read More
Published: January 20, 2020
Strokes are the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and the leading cause of serious, long-term disability. Every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. has a stroke. The good news is that, according to the National Stroke Association, up to 80 percent of strokes are preventable. Many of the risk factors for… Read More
Published: December 5, 2019
Winter can be a dangerous time for seniors. Icy conditions raise the risk of falling and seniors are at a greater risk for hypothermia. Here are some tips to help you stay safe and warm this winter. Stay in during snow and ice storms Pay attention to weather alerts about freezing rain, snow and ice,… Read More
Published: November 20, 2019
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. This month exists to raise awareness of hospice and palliative care and the needs of those living with life-limiting illnesses. Many people are reluctant to enlist the services of hospice or palliative care, because they see it as “giving up.” In truth, hospice/palliative care is a compassionate… Read More