The adage ‘You are what you eat’ holds even more significance as we age. Age related bone loss is a continuous process and can result in osteoporosis. Around 10 million individuals over the age of 50 in the US are living with osteoporosis, and an additional 34 million are at risk of developing the disease. […]
Navigating the golden years in the comfort and safety of an assisted living home is a priority for many families. Why, you ask? Well, statistics reveal that in the US, falls among the elderly, particularly those over 70, remain a significant concern so much so that they are the leading cause of injury-related visits to […]
Falling can be a life-changing event, especially for older adults. Falls in the elderly can lead to physical injuries, emotional trauma, and even social isolation. After all, the older you get, the less stable your body becomes, increasing your chances of fall-related injuries. Frequent falls are a relatively common issue among elderly individuals, with approximately […]
Did you know that in 2020, 36,508 older adults aged 65 and older died from preventable falls, and over 2.8 million were treated in emergency departments? Over the past 10 years, the number of older adult fall deaths has increased 59%, while emergency department visits have increased 19%. While it’s alarming to think that, it […]