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Senior Guide to Preventing Falls & Injuries
How can seniors prevent falls? Regular Check-ups: Schedule routine vision and hearing exams to catch and manage age-related declines. Ensure eyewear and hearing aids are up-to-date and functioning correctly. Home Safety Assessment: Modify your living space to remove fall hazards, such as clutter and loose rugs, and install supportive fixtures like grab bars in the…
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Beyond the Prescription: Safe Supplement Use with Medications
How can you safely use supplements with medications? Maintain a Health Log: Keep a current list of medications and supplements, including dosages, to share with all healthcare providers, facilitating accurate health decisions. Stay Alert for Reactions: Understand potential adverse effects and immediately seek medical attention if you notice any unusual symptoms after starting a new…
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The Seniors’ Guide to Nutrition
What are the key nutrition tips for seniors? Balance Your Diet: Prioritize protein and fiber-rich foods for muscle maintenance and digestive health. Incorporate a variety of fruits, vegetables, lean meats, and whole grains. Calcium and Vitamin D are Key: Ensure regular intake of calcium for bone strength and vitamin D for calcium absorption. Consider supplements…
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Finding your hospital risk factors
Find Your Surgical Risk Factors Why adequate preparation produces better outcomes Over 30% of surgeries in the United States result in complications. Thankfully, more than 70% can be avoided with adequate preparation. By identifying potential concerns early, you and your surgical team can take proactive steps to protect yourself from the most common complications. Depending…
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The link between caffeine and diabetes
Caffeine typically shows positive effects on blood sugar, insulin sensitivity, and overall risk.
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Why sugar doesn’t tell the full story
Check-In: Which is more likely to raise your blood sugar at breakfast – a plain bagel or a glazed doughnut? Summary Most people who are taking steps to prevent or manage diabetes are well aware that they need to minimize sugary sweets. But some of the “healthier” options people substitute are not doing their…
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Why you should up your flavonoids
Study participants consuming 2 or more servings of anthocyanin-rich foods per week were 23% less likely to develop type 2 diabetes.
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Why you should know your nearest trauma center
Have you ever wondered why trauma centers are so important? These specialized medical facilities are designed to provide immediate, life-saving care to patients with severe injuries from accidents, violence, or other major events. Let’s dive into why having access to a high-quality trauma center can make all the difference. The Critical Role of Trauma…
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Why we don’t include patient reviews
As you seek medical care, we encourage diving deeper than just patient reviews.
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Why you should limit sugar in the morning
Introduction Although low-carb diets are typically recommended for diabetics and those looking to improve glycemic control, research has repeatedly shown poor adherence to this restriction over a period of several months and a tendency to replace carbohydrates with a high fat intake. To reap the largest glycemic variability benefit (avoiding the largest blood sugar spikes)…