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Could your medications be the cause of excessive bruising? –– Mika Bradford

February 15, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Excessive Bruising
Could your medications be the cause?

By Mika Bradford CN, CPhT, North Dallas LIVING WELL Magazine

A decline in naturally occurring hormones, thinning hair and an increase in bodyweight are just a few of the changes that many people experience with age. Many adults also associate an increase in bruising as one of those changes and while age can impact the elasticity and thickness of skin, common over-the-counter products and medications can also contribute to skin related injuries. […]

Infection Control in Your Life –– Heritage Park Surgical Hospital

February 14, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Infection Control in Your Life

Courtesy Heritage Park Surgical Hospital, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine

One of the fears experienced by people undergoing surgery is having some sort of infection after the surgery like coming down with some sort of “bug” or the surgical site getting infected. Being informed and keeping clean can prevent either of these from happening.
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Not your Grandmother’s Senior Center –– Colorado Springs Senior Center

February 13, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Colorado Springs Senior Center

“Not your Grandmother’s Senior Center”

By Mendy Putman and Jody Barker, Colorado Springs Senior Center, Colorado Springs LIVING WELL Magazine

Since its inception in 1982, the Colorado Springs Senior Center has been a dream come true for thousands of older adults in Colorado Springs. It is the place where the stereotype of aging is broken down and adults enjoy programs ranging from educational to just for fun! The mission of the Senior Center is to offer quality of life experiences to those 55 years of age and older, and is a place to connect with people and engage in a community “where everyone knows your name and they are always glad you came!” […]

Making Travel Accessible –– Worldwide Travel Specialists

February 11, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Making Travel Accessible
By Joann Thompson, Worldwide Travel Specialists, East Denver LIVING WELL Magazine

People with disabilities and slow walkers are traveling and I am proudto be a special needs group certified accessible travel advocate! I hear people say, “I can’t travel anymore since I have to use a wheelchair now,” or “My grandparents just don’t get around like they used to, so they can’t travel anymore.” Does that sound familiar? […]

The Pulmonary Program at Select Specialty Hospital

February 9, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

The Pulmonary Program at Select Specialty Hospital
Courtesy Select Specialty Hospital, Collin County LIVING WELL Magazine

The Pulmonary Program at Select Specialty Hospital is designed to wean medically complex patients who require continued mechanical ventilation. As a specialized acute care hospital, Select Specialty has been very successful in weaning patients who have previously failed to wean in a short-term acute care setting. In addition to pulmonary distress, these patients typically suffer from co-exiting conditions such as infections, muscle atrophy, and nutritional deficiencies––which result from longer stays at ICUs. At Select Specialty Hospital, we are well prepared to handle patients who require extended acute care in a resource-intensive setting. […]

Ankle Arthritis Causing You Trouble? –– Physicians' Clinic of Iowa

February 7, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Ankle Arthritis Causing You Trouble?

By Dr. Scott Ekroth, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Physicians’ Clinic of Iowa

Ankle arthritis can be a debilitating problem for active adults, especially when symptoms interfere with daily activities. While not as common as arthritis in the hip or the knee, many individuals undergo the same symptoms of pain, stiffness, loss of motion, and catching in their ankle joints. […]

East Denver and Colorado Springs LIVING WELL Magazines welcome the Alzheimer's Association of Colorado

February 6, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

The Alzheimer’s Association of Colorado joins East Denver and Colorado Springs LIVING WELL Magazines as a content provider
ABOUT THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION OF COLORADO

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading, global voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care and support, and the largest private, nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research. […]

What if you could prevent a heart attack? –– Penrose-St.Francis

February 5, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

What if you could prevent a heart attack?

By Chris Valentine, Penrose-St. Francis Health Services, Colorado Springs LIVING WELL Magazine

During a recent presentation, Penrose-St. Francis Health Services CEO Margaret Sabin gave a wonderful analogy on the state of medicine in our country. “Imagine a large cliff,” says Sabin. […]

Know Your Retirement Income –– Kirk Sadilek

February 5, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Know Your Retirement Income

By Kirk Sadilek, Principal National and Principal Life Financial Representative, Princor Registered Representative

You may not know how to retire, but that’s not surprising. You’ve never done it before. Although many things change in your lifestyle when you retire, one thing remains constant—you still need income. Where will the money come from? Your financial independence later depends on your actions now. […]

The Buddy System –– Mulkey Mason

February 4, 2013 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

The Buddy System
Courtesy Mulkey Mason, Denton LIVING WELL Magazine

How many of us remember as little children being told “hold my hand while we cross the street” or “don’t go out there all alone?” These words of advice will stay with us our entire lifetime. […]