Research shows that there are numerous benefits to spending time outside, especially for seniors. Seniors who spend time outside decrease their risk for depression and anxiety. They also increase levels of vitamin D, which trend low among the older adult population....
May is National Stroke Awareness Month, a month dedicated to educating Americans about the facts and signs of a stroke. Strokes are the fifth leading cause of death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The risk of...
No matter your age, experiencing stress is inevitable. In fact, some stress is vital to our health and well-being. Stress serves as a warning system for our bodies, triggering the fight-or-flight response when we’re in harmful situations. Stress can help us accomplish...
The new year marks the start of a blank slate, an opportunity to start again. Americans across the nation set goals or resolutions to improve their health in the year ahead. Although the majority of resolutions focus on exercise or nutrition, an often overlooked...
Depression is a common and serious medical condition that negatively affects how you feel, think, and behave. It’s one of the most common mental health disorders in the United States and is linked to other health problems. The Centers for Disease Control and...
Loneliness is a valid concern for the elderly. Approximately 28 percent or 13.8 million, of older adult Americans, live alone. Living alone doesn’t necessarily mean that an older adult is lonely. However, it can contribute to social isolation, especially if a senior...
