NEWS 4 SENIORS
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Starting a family later in life has its challenges-and rewards... |
Lonely people may have higher blood pressure. |
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VIDEO: Dr. William Groff offers an effective way to give your skin a fresh look. |
Dr. David Martin explains what treatment is available for those suffering with chronic postherpetic neuralgia. |
SENIOR LINKS
SENIOR HEALTH
Take Drugs, Break a Leg?Though two reports contend a connection exists between taking bisphosphonates over a long period of time and getting these fractures, the... |
How Silence Can be Bad for Your HealthDr. Oz offers advice on why you shouldn't keep quiet at a doctor's appointment. |
Can Flip-Flops Ease Knee Pain?A new study says that flip-flops may ease knee arthritis pain, but what's good for the knee may not be good for the foot. |
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7 Ways You Could be Hurting Your HeartVIDEO: Are you putting your heart at risk? Find out how you can prevent becoming the next victim of heart disease. |
MAYO CLINIC ALZHEIMER'S ADVICE
Latest News for Seniors
STDs, midlife and beyondBaby boomers are experiencing a new kind of boom-STDs. Find out why they're on the rise. |
Aging Bikers Hit the Road HarderMotorcycle riders are growing older and, as a result, more are getting injured. |
Vitamin D for Healthy Bones?A recent study concluded that vitamin D given alone in doses of 10 to 20 micrograms per day is not effective in bone fracture prevention. |
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Set a Walking Pace for 'Stayin' Alive'The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends that adults get a minimum of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per... |
A New Wrinkle?Find out why many patients are opting for longer-lasting skin fillers or may abandon cosmetic treatments altogether. |
NURSING HOME RIGHTS
- Respect: You have the right to be treated with dignity and respect.
- Services and Fees: You must be informed in writing about services and fees before you enter the nursing home.
- Money: You have the right to manage your own money or to choose someone else you trust to do this for you.
- Privacy: You have the right to privacy, and to keep and use your personal belongings and property as long as it doesn't interfere with the rights, health, or safety of others.
- Medical Care: You have the right to be informed about your medical condition, medications, and to see you own doctor. You also have the right to refuse medications and treatments.
Extracted from www.medicare.gov, 1/06/10
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- Alexia Elejalde-Ruiz, Tribune Newspapers
If you are responsible for the care of an elderly, diabetic family member, make sure you educate yourself about the disease. Attend a diabetes education class with your loved one so you can learn how best you can help them.
SENIOR CARE NEWS
OKLAHOMA SENIOR CARE
Oklahoma Senior Care Definitions
Our great state has numerous aging services available for Oklahomans. The KFOR Senior Care Guide has compiled a list of some of the key Senior Care services available in our state.
- Adult Day Care
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Assisted Living
- Chronic Care
- Dementia
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