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Roxanne Sisneros of Ruhl & Ruhl Realtors on Boomers Redesigning their Homes – LIVING WELL Magazine

November 6, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Boomers Redesigning Their Homes

By Roxanne Sisneros, SRES, Ruhl & Ruhl Realtors, Linn County LIVING WELL Magazine
According to a survey released by the American Institute of Architects, retirees are pushing a trend in design that calls for greater accessibility in their homes. They go on to say that many of the 77 million Baby Boomers, the largest age group in U.S. history, likely will stay in their long-term residences. “We see many more households start to plan, at an early age, what they need to have at an older age,” says Kermit Baker, the AIA’s chief economist. […]

Crescent City Physicians: The Geriatrician Difference – LIVING WELL Magazine

October 11, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

The Geriatrician Difference

By Dr. Vernilyn N. Juan, Crescent City Physicians, LIVING WELL Magazine

Geriatrics differs from standard adult medicine. Geriatrics is a subspecialty of internal medicine and family medicine concerned specifically with the health and well-being of older adults. […]

Tulane Center for Women's Health: The Bathroom Go-Go – LIVING WELL Magazine

October 10, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

The Bathroom Go-Go

By Sarah Balyeat, Tulane Center for Women’s Health, LIVING WELL Magazine

As women, we are constantly on the go. There are errands to run and friends and family to visit. But what happens when you constantly need to go – to the bathroom? Sometimes normal everyday activities like going to the grocery store, watching a movie or playing golf can become a hassle when you feel like you need to run to the bathroom all the time. […]

Lifecare Technology Medical Supply asks "Will you be a statistic?" – LIVING WELL Magazine

September 21, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Will You Be A Statistic? – Type II Diabetes
Courtesy Lifecare Technology Medical Supply, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine
Diabetes is sweeping the nation as a wild fire. It is estimated that one in three will be diagnosed with diabetes at some point in their lives. How sad is that?
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New LifeStyles on senior housing – LIVING WELL Magazine

September 19, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Excuses are easy, change is tough – Make the right choice

By Doug Fusella, New LifeStyles, North Dallas LIVING WELL Magazine

Every day, we wake to a day full of decisions and responsibilities. These can range from changing a burned out light bulb to making decisions about the well being of you or a loved one. […]

The Art of Living at The Legacy at Willow Bend, LIVING WELL Magazine

September 10, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

When the Legacy at Willow Bend opened its doors three years ago, they proudly announced their official tagline: “The Art of Living.” While there were certainly meetings and brainstorming sessions devoted to assigning the tagline, it’s so simple and fitting that a first-time visitor might conjure up those same four words after a short visit to this serene, art-filled senior living community. […]

The Buddy System, Allen Family Funeral Options, LIVING WELL Magazine

September 7, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

The Buddy System

Rick Allen, Allen Family Funeral Options

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.
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Dr. Trisha Le: Can I Afford to Have My Teeth Fixed?–LIVING WELL Magazine

August 25, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

CAN I AFFORD TO HAVE MY TEETH FIXED

By Trisha Le, DDS, LIVING WELL Magazine

The most often asked question I have received from meeting 100s of patients who have complex dental problems is, “How much will it cost?” When working with my patients, I always bring up important factors for them to consider before they begin to decide on whether it is affordable for them to have their teeth fixed. […]

Centennial Medical Center on Not Letting Urinary Incontinence Delay Your Summer Travel Plans–LIVING WELL Magazine

August 17, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Making Summer Travel Plans?: Don’t Let Urinary Incontinence Delay You

Aimee Nguyen, MD, Centennial Medical Center

More than 25 million American adults experience loss of
bladder control, but they often don’t have to. For some seniors, this
involuntary release of urine can significantly affect their quality of life.
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Gastroenterology Associates of North Texas on advances in gastroenterology – LIVING WELL Magazine

August 15, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Advances in Gastroenterology – The Future is Exciting
By Josh George, MD, Gastroenterology Associates of North Texas, LIVING WELL Magazine
Technological advances are all around us. […]