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Alzheimer’s Disease Can Develop at an Early Age

by Randall J. Ryder June 23, 2011
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When most people hear the term “Alzheimer’s” they think of seniors and people over the age of 60. It turns out, however, that Alzheimer’s can develop earlier. Although there is still no cure for Alzheimer’s, an early diagnosis can be extremely helpful. With that in mind, here are some symptoms to watch for. Recommend on [...]

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Do Older Adults Really Need Vitamins?

by Randall J. Ryder April 8, 2011
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This is the first of a series of posts on vitamin supplements that will examine what vitamins are, how the body uses them, and what we know about how vitamin supplements may contribute to our health and nutritional well-being. With that in mind, are vitamins actually helpful? Recommend on Facebook Tweet about it Subscribe to [...]

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Health Scams Often Target Elderly

by Randall J. Ryder March 6, 2011
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We all wish we could find readily available and easy cures for the variety of psychological or physical ailments that confront us as we age. Sometimes, such wishes can come true. An aching back can often improve with appropriate exercises, or mild depression can improve with greater social interactions, diet, and support groups.  But sometimes [...]

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Support Uniform Laws for Guardianships

by Randall J. Ryder January 28, 2011
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Guardianship is defined by state law whereby a court assigns to the guardian the duty and power to make personal and/or property decisions for another another individual. Adult guardianships, which often involve incapacitated or frail elderly adults, have increasingly become more complex due to jurisdictional issues. Recommend on Facebook Tweet about it Subscribe to the [...]

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How to Spot Elder Depression

by Randall J. Ryder August 3, 2010

Many people often assume that as one ages the onset of depression is part of the psychological and physiological changes that one undergoes. Depression, however, is a treatable medical condition, not a normal part of aging. The increased risk of depression among the elderly is a function of the likelihood of chronic health problems with [...]

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Avoid Repeat Surgeries

by Randall P Ryder July 28, 2010

Having a knee or hip replaced is one of the most common surgeries for elder adults. The surgery is fairly major, but many seniors consider the surgery worth it to alleviate a serious problem. A recent study, however, suggests that more and more seniors are having major surgeries more than once. Recommend on Facebook Tweet [...]

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