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Closeup on child's feet wearing grippy socks, hanging over the side of a hospital bed

Why Foot Health Is Important Many things can go wrong with your feet, but this is particularly true in aging adults who are often afflicted by several ailments at a time. Prevention is the fundamental weapon to deter foot problems and the basic pillars for prevention are hygiene, disinfection of footwear, daily change of socks

Overhead view of senior woman swimming in pool with yellow pool noodle

For those who love to swim, incontinence can seem like an unforgiving burden. Normal adult incontinence products just don’t cut it, you think to yourself. However, there are many different incontinence products that exist on the market that are designed specifically for swimming and other water activities. Today, we’ll look at how swim diapers work

radon detector on white wall

Radon gas is the second-largest cause of lung cancer in the United States, behind smoking, and is responsible for around 21,000 lung cancer related deaths each year, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). According to the EPA, one out of every fifteen houses in the United States contains hazardous radon levels. So, what exactly is radon?

Man scratching his neck with Dermatitis

Your armpit is one of the most sensitive areas of your body. They are prone to trapping moisture, which ultimately becomes a breeding ground for bacteria. Add hair into the mixture, and you’ve got the perfect combination for itchy underarms to exist. Or, you may wake up one day and find the skin on your

Close up shot of a young nurse helping disabled senior man with standing using walker

The capacity to stand from a chair without assistance is a crucial aspect of determining freedom for the elderly and people with physical impairments. Pain, limited joint mobility, stiffness, and muscle weakness are all common factors that impair one’s strength to stand. Sit-to-stand posture is even decreased in people with rheumatoid arthritis of the hands

senior woman sneezing into a tissue

Imagine you’re spending a day outside with your grandkids at the park. They’re having a lot of fun, and you’re getting to take pictures of the precious memories they’re making. All of a sudden, your nose starts running and becomes all stuffy. It can be very frustrating to feel congested, and if you’re feeling bad

senior couple strolling outside with mobility walkers

Walkers can be very beneficial to people so they can reduce the risk of injury and maintain the lifestyle they prefer. However, there’s one major problem. How do you know which walker to choose? There are many different types of walkers, functions built into walkers, price ranges, and other considerations. This guide will help you

Older man getting a wrist brace on with physician.

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) might begin as a bit of ache in your hand or a tingling sensation that travels down to your fingers, but the symptoms can increase with time, resulting in chronic pain or numbness. If left untreated, CTS may make routine tasks such as typing at the computer complex. Wrist braces are

Old man with ear pain.

The ear is a very complex and vulnerable organ. If the ear gets congested, you’ll know it right away. It impacts the world around you and never truly disappears completely. Ear infections are quite common in older adults. Based on the underlying blockage, ear infections can be quite bothersome, uncomfortable, and irritating for older adults.

Woman getting out of a car

As we age, standing up from a seated position can be incredibly challenging. For those who also have limited mobility from hip or back conditions, stepping out of a car seat can be nearly impossible. It can also be difficult to enjoy activities such as attending church, watching a child’s baseball game, or trying a