Patients with serious or complex medical conditions are often referred from a traditional hospital to Carrus Specialty Hospital, a long-term acute care facility (LTAC) developed to accommodate patients who are too ill, or with needs too great, for them to return home, or even to a rehabilitation facility or nursing home. […]
This is a question I’m asked weekly by clients both under and over age 65. My article highlights some of the rules and coverage shared by all people, and then some of the rules that are unique to both age groups. […]
While it’s normal for testosterone levels to drop as men age, low testosterone can have a significant impact on a man’s health. It is the chemical produced in a man’s body that makes him think, look, and behave as a man. Testosterone helps a man maintain bone density, fat distribution, muscle strength and mass, sex drive, and sperm production. […]
You’ve seen the advertisements: “It may just be ear wax”––but what if it’s not? There are many causes of hearing loss such as ear infections, noise exposure, ear trauma, sudden idiopathic hearing loss, ear or auditory nerve tumors and Meniere’s disease, among many other possible reasons. That’s where the skill of the hearing professional comes into play. […]
The facts about falling might make you lose your balance––so you might want to sit down for this. […]
Osteoporosis affects 10 million people in the United States alone, and another 34 million Americans are at risk of osteopenia, or low bone mass, which can lead to lead to osteoporosis. […]
There’s a familiar story in the Bible known as “The Prodigal Son.” Sometimes, especially if you’ve grown up in church, stories can become too familiar. I love when God takes something I’ve understood one way and completely turns it on its head! […]
Good news. Studies have shown that age does not appear to significantly increase the risks associated with having weight loss surgery. So what does this mean if you’re a senior who may be struggling with weight issues? […]
In today’s fast-paced world, computers and mobile devices are not only must-have gadgets, they’re essential to daily life. From social networking and e-mailing to research, online shopping and more, people are connected more than ever before. And since the Internet is the new medium for interaction, business and communication, it’s more important than ever to be safe and secure when using it. […]
Nearly everyone knows someone who’s struggled to cope with advanced, complex or complicated illness. Medical science has increased the likelihood that we will experience a long-term complicated or chronic illness during our later years, and this presents significant challenges to individuals, their families and the health care professionals who care for them. […]
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