Archive for category: Medication

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Health Concerns That Can Cause Mood Swings in Seniors

We all have good days and bad days, and we are all entitled…
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Is an Older Adult You Love Overmedicated?

The days of “take two aspirin and call me in the morning”…
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Choose the Best Flu Vaccine for Seniors and Other Tips for Flu Prevention

COVID-19 continues to dominate our overall health concerns,…
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Effects from These Common Medications Can Mimic Dementia

Confusion. Disorientation. Memory loss. While these are certainly…
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Why Some Medications Increase Fall Risk for Seniors

We have known for a long time that there are specific medications…
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How to Safely Dispose of Medication That Is Unwanted/Expired

With so many older adults taking many different prescriptions,…
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Managing Medication for Seniors: Common Problems to Avoid

A current research study of more than 2,000 older adults…
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Diabetes in Seniors: Could Low Blood Sugar Have a Negative Impact?

The newest recommendations from the Endocrine Society regarding…
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Get to Know the Main Alzheimer’s Meds & How They Help Manage the Disease

The latest Alzheimer’s data is worrying. The disease is now…