Elderly Care Homes May Be Severely Neglecting Residents
Many care homes were shut down because they were unable to meet the standards.
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Agent Orange Exposure May Allow Veterans Additional Treatment
A new suggestion by the Department of Veterans Affairs may assist veterans experiencing health issues due to exposure to Agent Orange while serving in Korea.
Living Near Busy Streets May Increase Stroke Risks
Not only could living on a busy road be the cause of some sleepness nights, but it could also increase stroke risk, specifically for older individuals, a new study may show.
Insomnia Therapy Shows 55 Percent Success Rate, Study
New studies have shown that seniors with insomnia may reap large benefits from a short duration, individual therapy session.
Snoring, Difficulty Sleeping Pose Long-Term Health Risks
Snoring may not only cause a tired day after the restless sleep, but may be a sign of higher heart disease and other health risks in the future.
Avoid High Blood Pressure With Blueberries, Chocolate
Blueberries contain high concentrations of anthocyanins and are very antioxidant rich. Other foods with similar antioxidant qualities are…
Medicare Home Visits May Soon Cost You
Individuals receiving Medicare may notice an additional payment required for home health visits.
Bipolar Disorder Nursing Home Residents Receive Less Care
Whether the decisions are bias or not, nursing homes show definite favoritism towards individuals without a mental illness rather than developing plans based on actual health needs.
Walking Can Slow Memory Loss In People With Alzheimer’s Disease
Researchers at a Chicago conference discovered that walking five miles per week can help halt brain function decline as well as protect the brain in individuals experiencing…
High-Nitrate Foods Shown To Increase Blood Flow To Brain
Researchers may have found a correlation between beet juice and circulation in the brain for older individuals.
