With the dramatic drop in temperatures that we have experienced over the past few days, it is important to remember that cold weather can cause hypothermia and older adults are especially vulnerable.
The Medicare Open Enrollment Period began this past Saturday and continues through Dec. 7. During the Open Enrollment Period, you can look at and compare the health and drug plans that will be available next year and pick the plan or plans that best meet your needs.
During his session at the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living 2022 Convention last week in Nashville, speaker Dr. Dale Henry highlighted four keys to living a longer and healthier life.
Assisted living can be a wonderful option for older adults and for adults with disabilities who need some assistance to maintain their independence.
Exciting things are happening at People 1st Health Strategies this summer. We areconverting and implementing a newsoftware system.
As we move into the summer months of June, July, and August, a word of caution. Too much heat, especially when accompanied by high humidity, should be a concern to all of us, particularly older adults.
Twice each year, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in partnership with local law enforcement hosts a National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. This year, the spring take-back day is fast approaching. It will occur on Saturday, April 30.
March is National Nutrition month, which aims to equip others with the education needed to make informed food choices while promoting the development of healthy eating and physical activity habits.
Universally, industry health experts recommend that adults get between 7-9 hours of sleep every night. Sleep is considered an essential function necessary to maintaining and maximizing health, safety, and quality of life.
Prepare for a Winter of Shivers, predicts the 2022 Old Farmers’ Almanac. Bone-chilling temperatures are expected across much of the United States. With the meteorological start of winter occurring on Dec. 1, please remember that cold weather can cause hypothermia and older adults are especially vulnerable.
