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As technology changes around us, so do the ways that criminals attempt to scam people. Too often, seniors are the targets of scams that attempt to get money or identity information. It’s easy to see why seniors would be the targets of these types of crimes: they are the people most likely to have savings to steal; their credit is usually better than younger generations’; they are often unaware of the methods scammers use to get information; and they are often unreliable witnesses due to illnesses that cause dementia and forgetfulness.
When you have an elderly relative that is still largely independent, it’s important that you ensure they won’t be victims of identity theft and other scams. Here are some of the most common types of scams, and some easy solutions for avoiding them.
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One of the things that increases as we age is the amount of visits we must make to a healthcare provider. Immune systems aren’t as strong once we reach a certain age, and as our bodies begin to break down or feel the effects of aging, more doctor’s visits become an unfortunate necessity.
For many seniors, as well as the family members who accompany them to the doctor, communicating with healthcare professionals is overwhelming. You may feel like you shouldn’t bring up symptoms you’ve been having when you’re there for something unrelated; you may forget the questions you intended to ask, or not think of any until later. You may find it difficult to understand medical explanations, and those are only some of the ways in which communicating with doctors can be difficult.
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As the world’s populations shifts to more people over the age of 65 than ever before, healthcare providers are searching for new methods to help address some of the specific concerns of aging patients. There are many people for whom medication and therapy may not be enough to combat the need for daily assistance; but often in these cases, moving out of the home and into a nursing care facility isn’t necessary. In addition to private healthcare providers that can visit the home every day, many seniors are exploring the idea of therapy dogs as a way to help them with their everyday needs. Dogs can be trained for many types of therapy, and their care is often more affordable than a private healthcare provider.
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Losing weight is a topic that all adults, no matter their age, think about at least a few times. It’s hard not to, with advertisements surrounding us that promise results, movie stars and models getting thinner by the year, and popular culture constantly promoting the ideal appearance as part of a healthy life.
It can get a bit overwhelming, but never more so than after the age of 50. Around that time, the wear and tear on the body begins to make itself known through arthritis and other ailments. This is usually the time that women experience the early stages of menopause, and hormones begin changing in men’s bodies as well. Combined, these challenges can make losing weight even harder, but it’s not hopeless. There are many ways to continue with a healthy weight loss regimen even into the senior years.
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As children, we probably all experienced the chicken pox. It’s almost a rite of passage for toddlers and young children to go through one bout of the itchy, feverish rash. For most kids, a single instance of chicken pox is all it takes for the body to fight it off permanently. But when we reach the ages of 60 to 80 years old, a new version of the chicken pox virus can reactivate, and cause us to experience shingles.
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Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer that often hits early in retirement after years of occupational exposure to toxic asbestos fibers. It strikes an estimated 3,000 people annually in the U.S.
U.S. Navy veterans, shipyard workers, and those who worked any number of blue-collar professions where asbestos products were used, are most at risk today. Seniors are especially vulnerable because of the long latency period (20-50 years) between exposure and diagnosis.
Early symptoms — a persistent dry cough, a shortness of breath, tightness in the chest — mirror those of less serious illnesses, often making it difficult to diagnose in the early stages when it is more treatable.
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Exercise is an essential part of almost everyone’s life including the elderly. It doesn’t matter what age you are, if you are active, you can fight away different diseases and health problems. Moreover, routine exercise helps control blood pressure, cholesterol, and body weight.
So, let’s take a look at some of the best exercises that will help seniors stay healthy and super active.
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Turning fifty can result in a variety of bodily changes. As you are no longer a young adult, you have to be extra careful with your life and routine. With the increasing age, a person’s body becomes sensitive. In order to stay health and active for the years to come, you will need to focus on your health and routine. Let’s take a look at some of the habits that you can incorporate in your daily life to stay fit.