You may have heard the old wives’ tale of someone’s achy knee predicting a storm or a migraine that’s forecasting a hot day. How much of these are real, and how much are just folklore?
Unsurprisingly, the weather plays a powerful role in our health and can sometimes directly affect the way we feel and what’s going on inside our bodies. So, while an achy joint doesn’t exactly predict a storm, there could be more of a connection than you realize.
Topics: Health Habits, Safety
“A medication is a drug used to diagnose, cure, treat, or prevent disease (Wikipedia).” However, when misused, medications can have adverse health effects. As we age, health conditions and issues can arise, making it necessary for a person to take or require multiple medications. The more medications, the higher the risk of an error occurring.
Topics: Health Habits, Safety
The internet is a great way to stay connected with family and friends, shop, read current news and events, and access pertinent information. However, as with any new tool or technology, it’s essential to be safe and informed.
Topics: HarborChase Senior Living, Technology, Safety
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. This is why it is important to take care of your heart health and recognize the signs of heart disease.
Topics: Nutrition, Health Habits, Safety
Independence is important to all of us. As we grow older, however, that independence could feel as though it is slipping away. The body goes through significant changes with age, leading to health conditions that make falling more likely. These falls are a major cause of injuries in older adults, replacing independence with the fear of falling.
Topics: Safety, Independent Living
