Alzheimer’s disease is just one form of dementia, and it affects more than six million Americans, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Dementia involves deterioration in cognitive function beyond the usual consequences of aging, and affects more than 55 million people…
Did you know February is National Wise Health Consumer Month? This national health observance was established by the American Institute for Preventive Medicine to empower people to understand their options, communicate with care providers and make the most educated decisions possible…
Grieving the loss of a loved one in San Mateo and elsewhere is never predictable. Not only is the length of grieving different for everyone, the way in which we grieve is also different. But one thing is clear no…
February is National Heart Month, and National Cardiac Rehabilitation Week takes place between February 13 and 19, 2023 — a good time to talk about the issue of heart disease. According to the CDC, heart disease is the top cause…
It can be tempting to judge others when they have gone through loss, but it’s important to remember that everyone grieves in their own way. Some may feel numb and not show emotion at all, while others may cry and…
With March 5 to 11 being Glaucoma Awareness Week for 2023, it’s a perfect time to shed light on this condition that affects three million Americans, according to the CDC. If you, or a loved one, suffer from glaucoma in…
Sugar and aging are related in many ways, not the least of which is that both can prematurely reduce quality of life. For the average American, 20 to 25 percent of their daily caloric intake is comprised of table sugar, equaling…
Grief isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s highly personal, and it’s often not what you expect it would be. Grief isn’t always all-sadness-all-the-time. Sometimes it’s sadness and guilt and anger all rolled into one, offset by brief moments of numbness, apathy, or even…
With National Folic Acid Awareness Week coming up the first week of January, we thought it fitting to explore how folic acid can help seniors maintain healthy brain function. If you have a loved one in hospice care in San…
The new year can seem like a daunting prospect to seniors, especially those who live by themselves and may be lonely. Add health, mobility, or memory issues to the mix, and thinking about 2023 can be completely overwhelming. Uncertainty about…