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August 16, 2012 by Carefect Admin

Learning about Prostate Cancer

The leading diagnosis of cancer in men over the age of 60 is prostate cancer. It affects about one-fourth of men diagnosed with some type of cancer, and can be a devastating diagnosis for seniors. If you have a senior loved one, it is helpful to understand this disease, the risk factors and prevention, as well as treatment options that your family member may have. What is Prostate Cancer? Prostate cancer is a slow-growing type of cancer that introduces cancerous cells into the prostate. It can spread to other areas...

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August 13, 2012 by Carefect Admin

Beware of the Bedsore

One of the most common chronic problems for the elderly in assisted living centers is pressure sores, also known as bedsores. While it is not as common for seniors living at home because they are more active you should still pay careful attention to any pressure marks. Pressure sores are often referred to as bedsores because they are most often noticed in people who are bedridden. However, this can give a false conclusion since they can also develop when people sit for too long or prop their feet up on...

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August 9, 2012 by Carefect Admin

Skin Cancer in the Elderly

After a lifetime spent outdoors, seniors are more likely to develop some type of skin cancer. As their skin loses its elasticity and becomes more fragile, any sun exposure can increase the risk. It’s important if you have a senior family member that you know about this disease, its prevention, risk factors, and treatment options. Statistics about Skin Cancer According to the Canadian Cancer Statistics, skin cancer is the most prevalent type of cancer in Canada. In 2007, 73,600 Canadians were diagnosed with the disease. There are three types of...

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August 6, 2012 by Carefect Admin

The Importance of Oral Health for Seniors

Often seniors do not place the same priority for their teeth as they do for other health issues. Many people see teeth as a vanity concern that is less important than other problems that they are facing. What they may not realize is how much dental issues can contribute or even cause other health problems. Oral health is just as important for the aging person as for the young person who wants a winning smile. Oral Problems in the Elderly Older people are particularly susceptible to certain oral problems. Among...

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August 2, 2012 by Carefect Admin

Cancer in Seniors: A Growing Trend

The word cancer strikes fear into the person who hears it diagnosed either for them or their loved one. According to Canada Statistics, over 160,000 cases of cancer were diagnosed in 2010 with majority of the new cases diagnosed in people over the age of 65. It is important for both seniors and their loved ones to know these statistics so they can follow a health plan that allows for prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment to increase their likelihood to live a long, full life. Prevention Some types of cancer...

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July 30, 2012 by Carefect Admin

Tips on Vacationing with Elderly Parents

Often an adult child would like to take their senior parents on a vacation to make up for all their parents’ missed out on in their younger years. They were busy raising a family and earning a living so they didn’t have time or money for vacations and other luxuries. Planning a vacation with your elderly parents is an admirable idea, but you must take several things into consideration, things that you don’t have to necessarily think about for your own trip. Plan Ahead You will need to figure out...

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July 26, 2012 by Carefect Admin

Tips on Safe Medication Management for Seniors

One of the biggest challenges for seniors and their family caregivers is managing the medication that they must take. Frequently, seniors have to take multiple medications throughout the day. It can be difficult for them to remember to take it at the correct time or they may take it too often if they forget that they already had taken their medication. Seniors can also take more than the prescribed amount of medicines or the recommended amount of over-the-counter medication. This can cause everything from feeling tired and groggy or nauseous...

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July 23, 2012 by Carefect Admin

The Benefits of Routine for Seniors

When people are young, they often hate routines. They want excitement and spontaneity. However, as people age, they thrive less on excitement and more on a regular system. This is even truer of seniors; routines have many benefits for them. Routines Provide Safety As people age, they often get forgetful. It may not even be caused by any disease such as dementia, just a part of the natural process of aging. With this forgetfulness lies a real danger to seniors: they can do things or forget to do things that...

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July 19, 2012 by Carefect Admin

How to Deal with the Loss of Your Senior Loved One

When you’ve been taking care of a senior parent or family member and they are suddenly gone, it can leave a void in your life. You have spent so much time focusing on them and now you are left with only the grief. People who have never experienced this do not realize how difficult it can be to get on with your life. Dealing with Grief If you were the primary caregiver for your loved one, the grief can be different than for other people. You will experience a wide...

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July 16, 2012 by Carefect Admin

Losing a Loved One: Dealing with Grief

Death is a natural part of living that everyone faces at some point in their lives. As we get older, it comes more often. For seniors, they may face it on a regular basis as they lose friends their age and family members. The toughest loss can be the death of a spouse. Going Through the Stages When researching this subject, you will find different models on the different stages of grief. These stages are often broken down into five to seven stages and some of them may overlap. Here...

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