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Health, Safety and Wellness

February 02, 2022

What Is the Mediterranean Diet?

The Mediterranean diet is associated with many health benefits, including lowering the risk of heart disease, stroke, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes and obesity. Learn more about how it works.

Health, Safety and Wellness

January 24, 2022

6 Reasons to Add Seafood to Your Diet

If you’re looking for an easy yet impactful way to be proactive in your health journey, try introducing seafood into your diet.

COVID-19, Health, Safety and Wellness

January 03, 2022

What Is Known About Omicron, the New COVID-19 Variant

A new COVID-19 variant, identified as “Omicron,” has individuals concerned about how this variant might affect life as we begin 2022. Here's some information to help you protect yourself and your loved ones.

Caregiver's Corner, Health, Safety and Wellness

December 28, 2021

Self-Care for Caregivers

Caregivers often put others' needs ahead of their own. But caregiving can be challenging, which makes self-care as important now than ever. Here's how you can avoid burnout.

Health, Safety and Wellness

December 22, 2021

The Differences Between Heart Failure and Other Common Cardiac Conditions

There are many common heart conditions such as a heart attack, coronary artery disease or atrial fibrillation (AFib) that can cause alarm. But each has different causes and slightly different warning signs from another condition: heart failure.

Health, Safety and Wellness, Socialization & Relationships

December 20, 2021

Rise & Thrive, Seniors: 5 Tips for Starting Your Morning

Here are a few tips to help improve your AM routine so when you wake up, you feel like seizing the day instead of sleeping through it.

Health, Safety and Wellness

December 13, 2021

The MIND Diet's Effects on Brain Health

Learn more about the MIND diet, a combination of the Mediterranean diet and the DASH diet, which was made with the goal of emphasizing foods that impact brain health.

Health, Safety and Wellness, Brookdale Solutions

November 22, 2021

Four Reasons to See a Geriatrician

If you want the senior in your life to get the best possible care, consider booking an appointment with a geriatrician, an expert in issues associated with aging.

Health, Safety and Wellness

November 18, 2021

An Introduction to Plant-Based Meats

Here is a quick intro to some meat-free options, plus tips on how to enjoy them

Health, Safety and Wellness

November 15, 2021

Could This Sleep Condition Be Causing Your Snoring?

If you snore, or you ever wake up after a seemingly restful night’s sleep feeling tired, it could be because you aren’t breathing properly throughout the night. This is a common sleep disorder known as sleep apnea.

Health, Safety and Wellness, Brookdale Solutions

October 29, 2021

Why Osteoporosis Can Be Dangerous for Older Adults

There's more hope on the horizon for managing osteoporosis, a disease that often stops seniors in their tracks if they fracture a bone after falling.

Alzheimer's & Dementia, Health, Safety and Wellness

October 28, 2021

7 Common Misconceptions about Alzheimer’s Disease

If you or a loved one has recently received a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s, or you are noticing symptoms and suspect Alzheimer’s or dementia may be the cause, this list of common misconceptions may help you better understand the disease.

Health, Safety and Wellness, Brookdale Solutions

October 14, 2021

Incontinence Is Hard to Talk About but Often Easy to Treat

t’s a common condition that’s very treatable and it is also one that can cause a lot of emotional pain. I'm talking about urinary incontinence—something that many people choose to keep to themselves because they feel embarrassed.

COVID-19, Health, Safety and Wellness, Brookdale Solutions

October 07, 2021

You Can Get a COVID-19 Booster and a Flu Shot At Once—Plus Other Booster Qs

You’ve probably heard a lot of discussion in the news about a booster for the COVID-19 vaccine. The information is changing rapidly, but for now, here are some things you should know about the booster and its role in helping to prevent serious illness from COVID-19.

Health, Safety and Wellness

September 30, 2021

The Art of the Power Nap

A quick nap can benefit your brain. But before you hit the hay during the day, there are a few things to consider. Not all naps are created equal, but there are ways you can help optimize your naptime.

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