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American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons on managing joint pain and active lifestyles – LIVING WELL Magazine

November 11, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Managing Joint Pain and Active Lifestyles

Courtesy American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, New Orleans LIVING WELL Magazine
Orthopaedic research has led to tremendous progress in managing joint pain. In fact, the treatments, therapies and surgical procedures for alleviating joint pain are more effective than ever before, so that people don’t have to let pain compromise their quality of life. […]

The Urology Center of Colorado on how prostate cancer screening can save your life – LIVING WELL Magazine

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Prostate Cancer Screening Can Save Your Life

By Richard Augspurger, M.D., F.A.C.S., The Urology Center of Colorado, E. Denver LIVING WELL Magazine
As we struggle through the hot, dog days of summer and approach September, we come to National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Many men are not aware of what a prostate cancer screening entails or when they should be screened. […]

The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy talks flu facts and prevention tips – LIVING WELL Magazine

November 11, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Flu Facts and Prevention Tips
Courtesy The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine
It’s very important to remember that the flu isn’t a harmless affliction. It is a serious illness and can lead to other serious illnesses, including pneumonia. With flu season upon us, The Medicine Shoppe pharmacy offers these flu facts and prevention tips. […]

Great Akron Alzheimer's Association on 10 Ways to be a healthier caregiver – LIVING WELL Magazine

November 10, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

10 Ways to Be a Healthier Caregiver

Courtesy of the Great Akron Alzheimer’s Association, Akron LIVING WELL Magazine

Care giving is one of the most challenging tasks you will ever take on. If you find yourself without the time to take care of your own needs, you may be putting yourself and your health at risk. […]

CeDAR offers Colorado Citizens Hope, Help – LIVING WELL Magazine

November 9, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

CeDAR Offers Colorado Citizens Hope, Help

Addiction to Alcohol and Other Drugs Huge National Problem

By Rollie Fisher, East Denver LIVING WELL Magazine
Addiction to alcohol and other drugs in the U.S. is known to affect almost 69% of the people in our nation…whether it is their own or someone else’s problem. […]

Bath Manor and Windsong Care Center talks geriatric rehabilitation – LIVING WELL Magazine

November 9, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Geriatric rehabilitation facilities help aid in a more rapid recovery
Courtesy Bath Manor and Windsong Care Center, Akron LIVING WELL Magazine
Many patients simply wish to return home after a hospital stay. However, their care needs are often more than they or their families can manage. […]

At Home Personal Care: "Don't go broke paying for senior care." – LIVING WELL Magazine

November 8, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

“Don’t go Broke Paying for Senior Care”
By Noelle Kurth, At Home Personal Care, Scottsdale LIVING WELL Magazine
Ask an aging parent or loved one where they want to be living in their remaining years and chances are they’ll respond with “right here, at home!” […]

Terry Lockridge & Dunn on reaching your retirement goals – LIVING WELL Magazine

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Reaching Your Retirement Goals

By Timothy F. Terry, Founder, Terry Lockridge & Dunn / World Trend Financial, Linn County LIVING WELL Magazine
We rarely hear: “I realize it is a little early to be planning for my retirement…”

Planning usually starts a few years before the big day. It should actually get under way many years earlier. In fact, your first day of work is the best time to begin. […]

Acadian On Call on Medical Alert Systems – LIVING WELL Magazine

November 8, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Medical Alert Systems Allow Independence and Peace of Mind
Courtesy Acadian On Call, New Orleans LIVING WELL Magazine
Sometimes just being in our own home is all we need to feel safe and comfortable. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that the home can be a very dangerous place. […]

Let Respite Care Give You a Break explains Rambling Oaks Assisted Living – LIVING WELL Magazine

November 7, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Let Respite Care Give You a Break
By Nicol Smith, Rambling Oaks Assisted Living and Extensive Care Communities,
Collin & Denton LIVING WELL Magazines
For many of us, a vacation is a welcoming thought, but for those caring for an elderly parent it can be very stressful. Who will take over the role as “caregiver?” […]