WHAT IS A GERIATRIC CARE MANAGER?
Pamela J. Braun, MSW, LCSW, CASWCM, LF, President, Geriatric Assessment, Management & Solutions
A geriatric care manager (GCM) is a professional who specializes in assisting older people and their families with long-term care arrangements. […]
Laser Periodontal Therapy, the LASIK for Gum Disease?
By Jeffrey Snitzer, D.M.D., Periodontist, Louisiana Dental Center, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine
Do you have bleeding gums, bad breath, loosened or shifting teeth? If so, then you may have gum disease. Like high blood pressure and diabetes, gum disease is painless until late stages. […]
THE IMPORTANCE OF TAKING MEDICATIONS PROPERLY
By Paula Perrone, President of Perrone Pharmacy, Inc., LIVING WELL Magazine
In this article, we will discuss medication non-adherence and the problems associated with it. Medication non-adherence can include, but is not limited to, the following: […]
Causes and Treatment of Hip Arthritis
Courtesy Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southlake, South Denton LIVING WELL Magazine
Hip and knee arthritis are common causes of treatable pain in today’s society and, in fact, are becoming more common as baby boomers age. […]
Impingement Syndrome
By Stephanie Curtis, PA-C, LIVING WELL Magazine
Shoulder pain is one of the most common orthopedic complaints in the aging adult and is most often caused from a condition known as impingement syndrome. […]
The day that changed our lives
By Rebecca Quinn, Director of Sales & Marketing for Fountain View Village, Scottsdale LIVING WELL Magazine
The day started out like any other day. I got up, ate breakfast, got in my car and drove to work. When I arrived at work, I turned on my computer and started checking my email. […]
Treatment for Sleep Apnea
Courtesy Memorial Health System, Colorado Springs LIVING WELL Magazine
John Mrozek remembers the day that his cardiologist asked him a simple question: “John, do you snore?’ […]
Return to Work, Play…Life: How Modern Joint Replacement can restore your life
By Hal S. Crane, M.D., Orthopedic Associates, East Denver LIVING WELL Magazine
On today’s medical stage, the role of hip and knee replacement take star billing. Never before in the 50-year history of hip and knee replacement have these operations been more widely sought out by patients. […]
The Best Medicine Could Be Free
By Jean Linnell White, BSN, RN, Renaissance on Peachtree, North Atlanta LIVING WELL Magazine
What if a single medicine improved blood pressure, stimulated your brain, decreased stress, improved circulation, reduced pain, boosted the immune system, and improved your sense of well-being? […]
Making a Successful Transition from Home to Senior Living
By Angie McClure, Director of Community Relations, The Views Senior Living Community, Linn County LIVING WELL Magazine
For the last 40 years Mrs. Smith has lived in her ranch style home. This is where she and her husband raised their children and entertained family and friends. Mr. Smith passed away a year ago and Mrs. Smith’s children told her they would love to see her move to a senior living community where she could socialize, make friends and have help when she needs it. […]
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