Senior Health: Tips for Managing Allergies Safely

It’s finally summer! Now that the long, cold winter and wet springtime are over, we can at last get outside. For older loved ones, getting out into the fresh air, sunshine, and beauty of nature is extremely important for both physical and mental health. Unfortunately, however, it can trigger seasonal allergies. And this is just […]

Know the Most Common COPD Triggers to Watch For

We’ve waited all winter for March! At long last, the days are growing longer and we can begin to feel the promise of spring in the air. For a person with COPD, there is additional cause to celebrate the seasonal shift. Dry, cold air is one of a number of COPD triggers to watch for, […]

What is a Geriatrician and How Do They Benefit Older Adults?

With most seniors already seeing an array of doctors, can there be any real advantage to adding yet another? In the case of a geriatrician, the answer is a definite, “Yes!” To answer the question, “What is a geriatrician and what do they do?” this type of specialist is board-certified in either internal or family […]