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Mobility at home or while out and about is a necessity for enjoying a the quality of life you deserve. Unfortunately, there are plenty of things in life that can lead to a loss of mobility, including injuries and illness. Additionally, simply aging can lead to more difficulty in navigating certain terrain and obstacles, leading to the potential for slips, falls and injury. The good news is that there are plenty of options for mobility equipment that you can use to add stability to your…

Psoriasis is a common and uncomfortable skin condition that typically develops as a rash. People who experience psoriasis will usually have itchy skin along with redness, inflammation and shedding. In most cases, psoriasis on its own isn’t life-threatening, and while treatments exist to reduce symptoms during flare-ups, there is no cure for psoriasis.  Plaque psoriasis is the most common form of the condition. It can cause rashes to develop along the hairline, where skin makes contact with other parts of the body and along joints…

Your eyesight is one of your most important senses, but it is also one of the commonly affected senses as you age. Many seniors find that their eyesight isn’t what it used to be, but for many seniors, corrective lenses or contacts can usually remedy the problem and restore 20/20 vision. There are, however, some eye conditions that require more intensive treatment. Glaucoma is a common concern among seniors as are cataracts. In the latter condition, eyesight diminishes over time, and it may not become…

Blood glucose is a measure of the level of sugar in your blood. All kinds of foods can create glucose, and while you may only think that only sweet foods containing a lot of natural sugar are to blame, the body actually produces glucose from sources like carbohydrates as well. For many people, diet and exercise can control blood glucose levels, sometimes measured as HbA1C and referred to simply as A1C. When A1C levels are too high, diabetes may be the culprit. This is a…

In the United States, there are over 10 million people older than 50 who have been diagnosed with osteoporosis. While most of them are women, approximately two million are men. In addition, there are over 43 million people who currently have low bone mass levels and an increased risk for osteoporosis.  Osteoporosis is a condition that causes bones to become brittle, weak, and more prone to fractures. It can happen if your body doesn’t create new bone tissue fast enough to replace the old tissue. …

Whether you’re new to Medicare, or you’ve been enrolled for years, you might not be aware of all the benefits available to you through your Medicare coverage.  Here’s a look at five important benefits that you should know about: 1. Telemedicine services  If you live in a rural area or you can’t leave home easily, Medicare provides telemedicine services so you can access medical care like psychotherapy, speech therapy, doctors’ visits, and others via audio or video communication with a medical professional.  If you’re enrolled…