Alert1 Medical Alert News - Page 31
The latest tips, tricks, and news related to medical alert systems, aging in place, and technology for seniors.
Popular Processed and Prepared Foods That are Actually Healthy
March 29, 2022
Dietary flexibility is important for health and wellbeing. Many popular processed foods offer convenience that seniors need, but they could come with assumptions that they are unhealthy...
Read MoreThe Changing Needs of Skin as We Age
| March 28, 2022
Skincare is vitally important for senior health care. Understanding what happens to the skin as we age can help us know how to protect it as we get older. Here’s what you need to know to keep your skin as healthy as possible over the years.
Read MoreAge Discrimination in the Workplace: What Seniors Need to Know
| March 25, 2022
Ageism and age discrimination in the workplace can lead to serious problems outside of work. Here’s what every senior needs to know about what those terms really mean and what to do if they happen to you.
Read MoreCreate a Safer Home Today with the Right Lighting
| March 23, 2022
How often do you think about the lighting in your home as a tool for safety? It matters much more than you might think, especially if you're a senior looking for aging in place solutions.
Read MoreCongratulations to Alert1's 2022 Students for Seniors Scholarship Winner
| March 23, 2022
We are pleased to announce that Sienna Matregrano has won the 2022 Alert1 Students for Seniors Scholarship. We asked our candidates to answer a few questions about how their behaviors and future life plans would help America’s senior population. Read on for Sienna’s award-winning answers!
Read MoreSelf-Care for Caregivers: Tips for Preventing Burnout
| March 22, 2022
When you are caregiving for seniors, whether a professional caregiver or one who has chosen that role to take care of a family member, you’re at risk of burnout. Read more about the signs and symptoms, as well as tips to prevent caregiver burnout.
Read MoreHow to Best Protect Yourself as the Pandemic Continues
| March 21, 2022
Across the United States, the rules for protection against COVID-19 are loosening for healthy adults, especially those who are vaccinated. But that doesn’t mean that the dangers are gone. According to Johns Hopkins, adults 60 or older are more likely to have more severe coronavirus infections than any other age group – and this is especially true if a person has a pre-existing condition, such as heart disease, lung disease, or diabetes. Learn how to protect yourself as the pandemic continues.
Read MoreWhy You Should Check Your Blood Pressure NOW
| March 18, 2022
Abnormal blood pressure is among the most common conditions senior adults experience. It is also a key risk factor for heart disease. Blood pressure dysregulation doesn’t often have associated symptoms, so it can be difficult to catch. But the good news is, high blood pressure is treatable and preventable once diagnosed.
Read MoreWhat Seniors Should Know About the Reverse Mortgage
| March 17, 2022
If you are a senior citizen over or approaching the age of 62 and own your home, you might be offered a reverse mortgage. You might have seen ads on television as well. Though most people understand how a typical mortgage works, the reverse mortgage is a different beast. Read on to discover what a reverse mortgage is and how it works.
Read More5 Things Seniors Should Know About IBS
| March 16, 2022
IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) is a common condition. Symptoms are wide-ranging, especially for older adults. IBS is especially tricky to diagnose. Learn more about this common disorder and how you can alleviate its frustrating symptoms.
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