By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Exercise after recovery from a heart attack may improve long-term survival rates, according to several sources. The American Heart Association
Golden Years
5 Unexpected Rewards of Becoming a Caregiver
By George Shannon It’s true, the life of a caregiver can be demanding, difficult and daunting. I spent seven years of my life in
Need a Ride? You Have Options
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Half of non-drivers who are 65 and older stay home because they lack transportation options, according to www.seniorliving.org. If you
Too Little or Too Much Sleep Hurts Cardiovascular Health
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant A Greek study seems to indicate a correlation between obtaining too little or too much sleep and an increased risk
Café Offers Respite for Caregivers, Those Suffering from Memory Problems
Syracuse Memory Café in DeWitt gathers 30 to 40 people each month. They come for socialization, relaxation By Mary Beth Roach It’s late morning
Upstate Medical Opens Geriatric Department
Geriatrics is now a department of its own at Upstate Medical University By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant In consideration of the ever-growing baby boomer population,
Excessive Heat Poses Risks for Older Adults
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant For most people, extremely hot weather is a bit of a nuisance and fodder for light conversation. For elderly people,
Hidden Problem: Mental Health Problems Among Seniors
Mental issues affecting senior population are largely overlooked By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant More than 15 percent of adults aged 60 and older experience mental
Alzheimer’s Vs. Dementia: What’s the Difference?
By Jim Miller Many people use the words “Alzheimer’s disease” and “dementia” interchangeably, but they are not the same thing. In fact, you can
Geriatric Syndromes Require Special Care
As we age, we become more likely to develop several co-occurring health problems that feed each other. These are called ‘geriatric syndromes’ By Deborah