Monthly Archives January 2020

10 Free Phone Apps for Seniors

10 Free Phone Apps for Seniors

January 13, 2020 | No Comments

If you or your loved one is one of the 42 percent of people over age 65 with a smartphone, you know that it can make your life easier, more entertaining, and sometimes even healthier. The following list contains senior-friendly apps that you might want to check out. Health Apps Medisafe Pill Reminder and Medication Tracker This app has many features to help you stay on track with medications and health. You can set alarms or reminders to take specific medication, set reminders for appointments, keep a medicine logbook to give to your healthcare provider, and track health measures like
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How to Manage a Minnesota Winter

How to Manage a Minnesota Winter

January 2, 2020 | No Comments

It’s not easy being a Minnesotan in winter. In fact, it can be dangerous, especially if you or your loved one is an older adult. Here are a few winter-specific health tips to keep you and your loved ones healthy and safe. Hypothermia Hypothermia occurs when the body’s temperature falls below 95 degrees. When this occurs, the body’s organs, including the heart, lungs, and brain, do not function normally. Extreme hypothermia can lead to organ failure and death. Hypothermia is a greater concern for older adults for several reasons. First, the shiver response in older adults is diminished. Next, some
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