Michael Gelder of the Illinois Department on Aging concurs with the CDC’s advice, citing the vaccine as “seniors’ best defense” against the flu, particularly during this time of year and given the fragility of older adults’ immune systems, making it more difficult to fight any contracted illness. He also recommended seniors check with their physicians… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Senior Health
Spotlight on Aging-in-Place Technology: The Kinect
Residents at TigerPlace, an innovative independent living community in Columbia, Missouri, are currently being monitored by an aging-in-place technology called The Kinect. Based on motion-sensing technology which utilizes devices and science commonly used in video gaming and security systems, University of Missouri researchers have developed The Kinect to detect “the early onset of illness and fall risk in seniors,” according… Read more »
Planning a Well-Balanced Diet for Seniors
Seniors should watch what they are eating, as healthy eating is the key to aging. The first important thing when planning a well-balanced diet for seniors is to have them eat three meals a day. Skipping meals causes a person’s metabolism to slow down, which leads to feeling sluggish and making poorer choices later in… Read more »
Five Myths about Seniors and Exercise
Helpguide.org uncovers five myths about seniors and exercise. Keep your senior moving – it is the key to healthy aging! Myth 1: There’s no point to exercising. I’m going to get old anyway. Fact: Exercise and strength training helps you look and feel younger and stay active longer. Regular physical activity lowers your risk for… Read more »
Make Walking with Parkinson’s Easier
Parkinson’s disease (PD) affects a region of the brain called the basal ganglia, which is responsible for producing the chemical dopamine. As PD progresses and dopamine levels drop, movement disturbances result. These include short, quick, scuffing steps while walking; difficulty starting and stopping movement; poor balance; tremors; and increased joint stiffness or rigidity. These symptoms,… Read more »