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4 Tips to Help Prevent Medication Complications
The effects of taking multiple medications to manage co-existing health problems is called polypharmacy. Medication side effects and interactions can cause deadly harm, and seniors are especially at risk.
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What to Know About Long-Haul COVID
Who is at risk for long-haul COVID, and are there treatments available? Here are some things to know about this post-viral condition.
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The Whys and Hows of Foam Rolling
Foam rolling isn’t just for avid exercisers. It can also be great for people who sit at a desk all day, have joint issues, poor posture or just sore muscles in general.
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What You Need to Know About the COVID-19 Delta Variant
We may all want to put COVID-19 firmly behind us, but the news about a virus variant identified as the “Delta Variant” can be concerning and sometimes overwhelming. Here are a few common questions and answers.
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What Is Reiki, and Is It Good for Seniors?
In recent years, reiki, a Japanese form of energy healing, has been growing in popularity, and its proponents believe it offers both mental and physical health benefits. But does reiki actually work?
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Helping Our Residents Stay Young
Our communities have found unique ways to make staying active a fun part of the residents' week.
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7 Ways to Drink More Water
Seniors can be at a greater risk for dehydration for several reasons, including thirst sensation changes and increased use of medications. The good news is that drinking plenty of water can be easy and affordable.
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Healthy Cooking for One
If you’re looking for single-serving dishes that you can make in a hurry, you’re in the right place. These recipes are packed with tasty ingredients, quick to whip up and come in smaller portions to help reduce food waste.
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How to Help Reduce Your Fall Risk as You Age
The CDC recommends taking four complementary approaches to reducing the risk of a fall: talking to your doctor, exercising, having regular eye exams, and implementing environmental safety precautions around the house. These four factors could work together to help keep you upright and out of the hospital.
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FDA Approval of New Alzheimer's Drug Offers Hope
The FDA recently approved the use of aducanumab (brand name Aduhelm) for treatment of patients with Alzheimer’s disease. While experts may be somewhat divided on the specific decision, there is overwhelming excitement for the idea that there may be hope for people with Alzheimer’s.
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The Future of Fall Management
This year's Consumer Electronics Show featured cutting-edge businesses offering tech that can help seniors with one of the leading causes of hospitalization among older Americans: falls.
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How Brookdale Helped Shape COVID-19 Conversations About Senior Living
When the COVID-19 pandemic began to shut down the country in 2020, there was increasing concern for the welfare of older adults. Brookdale was called upon by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to offer insight.
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Oral Care Tips for Seniors
Oral hygiene is important for all ages. But while certain conditions may become more prevalent in older adults, they can be managed or even prevented with good dental care.
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Preventative Measures We’re Taking to Continue to Help Combat COVID-19
Brookdale Senior Living communities have well-established communicable disease outbreak protocols, but in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we implemented additional precautionary measures. How have those measures evolved?
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Everyday Ways to Help Boost Your Memory
We all know the feeling of misplacing car keys, forgetting someone’s name or asking ourselves, “What was the last Netflix show I watched?” Here are some daily activities that may have a positive impact on your memory.
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