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The National Council on Aging (NCOA) dedicated the week of September 18 – 23 as National Fall Prevention Week. This week is to raise awareness of fall prevention for older adults. Falls are the most common reason for nursing home placement. Although one in four adults over 65 years of age will experience a fall, various techniques and actions exist […]
Protein is a nutrient your body needs every day to stay strong and healthy. It builds and repairs muscles, skin, hair, and bones. Protein also helps your body heal from injuries and fight illnesses. As we get older, our bodies don’t use protein as well as before, so we need more protein to stay healthy and active. How […]
At last, warmer temperatures are here, and it’s time to get outdoors and enjoy the sunshine! If you are outside and increasing your activity level, drink enough water daily to avoid dehydration. You may be surprised to learn that dehydration is one of the more frequent causes of hospitalization for those 65 and older. Some older adults often don’t […]
