Many aging adults lose mobility and lack the capability of partaking in activities they enjoyed in the past; however, this doesn’t mean they still can’t enjoy themselves. There are many ways the elderly can have fun, boost their mood, and stay engaged. Here are a few...
Much is unknown about the origin of Alzheimer’s disease, but a recent study from Tufts University researchers has found that two common viruses may interact and cause Alzheimer’s. The virus that causes chickenpox and shingles (known as varicella-zoster virus) may...
Soon, the start of a new school year will begin and families with children will begin the routine that naturally happens when school is in session. Education is a key part of all children’s lives and it becomes part of our foundational memories. For senior adults,...
Senior adults are often prescribed multiple medications by their physician to address the illnesses and issues of aging. Yet some seniors do not take the medications as directed. The US Department of Health and Human Services estimates that 55% of the elderly don’t...
A significant finding published in late 2021 may offer the probable cause of Alzheimer’s disease. The study was conducted at Curtin University in Australia and published in the PLOS Biology journal. It identified that a probable cause for the disease was the leakage...