Formerly, cataract surgery was about preventing blindness. Now, with premium lens options and innovative new technology, RGB Eye Associates offers an unprecedented level of precision for cataract surgeries, allowing for more exact, uncorrected visual acuity. Many patients say that following the procedure, they have the vision they enjoyed when they were younger. […]
The prevalence of hearing loss is rather telling. Many have heard the statistics: 36 million Americans have a significant hearing loss, which equates to one out of every four households in the U.S. having a member who is hearing impaired. In addition, half of all hearing impaired individuals are over the age of 65. […]
A Very Important Vaccination By Michael McLendon, Pharmacist, Meridian Pharmacy, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine If you are over 50, here’s something to add to your bucket list. Move this one to the top of your […]
If you are the parent or grandparent of a disabled child or young adult, you have several special estate planning challenges. If the disabled child or disabled adult is receiving support from the state or federal government, they usually cannot have more than a small amount of assets held in their name. For example, if they have more than $2,000 in a checking or savings account in their name, this could threaten their government benefits. So how do you leave a gift or inheritance to that disabled heir without losing their government benefits? […]
Crossing Over…A Caring Hand on the Journey By R. Joe Church, M.D., GuArdian Hospice, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine Dying is a normal life process, but it is difficult to imagine the fear and loneliness that […]
Detox is typically required when the body becomes physically dependent on certain medications and other substances that can be addictive. […]
Most of us think of the holidays as an exciting, happy time that we look forward to all year long. However, for our older population, sometimes this proves to be a special challenge. […]
Rehabilitation and skilled care (sometimes referred to as skilled nursing care or nursing home care) refers to care that is provided for residents who need the assistance of rehabilitative therapy staff and licensed nursing staff. Rehabilitation and skilled care is about more than providing care 24 hours a day. […]
The ability to communicate clearly is an essential part of life. When robbed of that skill, due to a stroke, dementia, brain injury, or some other condition, it can be devastating for the patient and the family. […]
Diabetes mellitus is a serious, chronic condition of high blood sugar. There are different types of diabetes. Type 1, previously known as juvenile diabetes, is usually diagnosed in children and young adults, and occurs when the body is unable to produce insulin; however, adults may be diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. […]
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