By Kimberly Blaker As many seniors and retirees today will attest, you’re never too old to go to return to college. Lifelong learning has become increasingly popular in recent years as baby boomers have reached […]
More often we are hearing physicians use the term dementia when diagnosing older patients. The earliest signs of dementia are usually memory problems, confusion, and changes in the way a person behaves and communicates. Dementia […]
Choosing a nursing home is a difficult and important decision that we sometimes have to make. The key to successful nursing home placement is having confidence that the facility provides consistent quality care and offers […]
Unmet social needs contribute to health decline in population. National survey reveals that physicians believe that unmet social needs lead to worse health. A recent survey conducted by Harris Interactive* reveals that the majority, four […]
The call that can strike terror in the hearts of families, “Mom suffered a stroke,” or “Dad’s is in the ER.” That call can happen at any time, largely because of medications seniors take. Seniors […]
Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias contribute to five million people age 65 and older in 2010 living with these devastating conditions and probably 500,000 people under age 65. With baby boomers rapidly reaching age 65, […]
Life after a Hospital Stay Very few problems arise that present the same level of concern as an unforeseen, unexpected event that lands a senior loved one in critical care. It can happen without warning, […]
When considering using a Revocable Living Trust for your estate plan, there are several items to consider and talk over with your attorney and family. One that is particularly important is the selection of the […]
Are you missing teeth or have been a long time denture wearer and have heard a lot about implants but are not quite sure about them? Well, dental implants are a permanent way to replace […]
Advanced Trauma Center Opens in Denton County
Courtesy of Denton Regional Medical Center, DENTON Senior Magazine
More than 1,000 traumatic injuries occur every year in Denton County, ranging from automobile accidents and sports injuries, to broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. For these individuals, receiving immediate trauma care is the single most important factor in improving survival rates and patient outcomes. […]
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