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It's the holiday season and we know that trying to find gifts for your aging loved ones can be a somewhat difficult task. If you are struggling to find a gift to give this holiday season, here are a few suggestions that may help.

It’s no secret that the winter weather can increase joint pain and stiffness for those with arthritis. The cold weather reduces blood circulation in our fingers and toes, which stiffens our movements in joints. If you are experiencing joint pain, here is a list of a few things to remember when it comes to making the cold weather softer on your joints.

Do you love your home? Have you spent years making it the perfect place for you and your loved ones, and do you want to remain living there for as long as you possibly can? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, then it’s time to start thinking about ‘future-proofing’ your home.

Two of the most common pieces of advice that doctors may tell you when it comes to your diet and health is to “eat more protein” and “drink more water,” but what does that really mean?

Did you know that over 40 million Americans are unpaid caregivers, and about 1/3 of them do it alone? Although he was not alone, Rob Lowe and his brothers are part of the 40 million Americans who have had to suddenly put their life on hold and care for their mother. He shares with USA Today his story and experience with caregiving.

SCAM ALERT! If you are a diabetic, specifically a senior with diabetes and Medicare, you could be at risk for being targeted for scam calls.

Until now, medical professionals encouraged a small daily dose of aspirin (about 75-100 milligrams), but a more recent study found that taking low-dose aspirin is associated with an increased risk for bleeding if you have not had a history of any type of cardiovascular disease.

Inflammation is a way your body helps fight off infections and illnesses, but the pain can often be difficult to handle for many. Did you know that we can fight inflammation just by what we put in our bodies?

If your home has more than one floor, going up and down the stairs is something you do each and every day, and possibly without giving it much thought. But why not just stop for a moment and consider how you use the stairs, and what it might say about you and your needs.

New research shows that Meals on Wheels America are doing more than just delivering meals to seniors. They've partnered with West Health Institute to train their drivers to monitor senior’s health condition when delivering food. If the driver notices a difference in a senior’s behavior or health, they’re advised to alert a healthcare professional to take action.