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How Ergonomics Has Improved Older Adults’ Lives Around the Globe
As we age, our bodies go through a multitude of changes that can make it challenging to perform everyday activities we once took for granted. Ergonomics, an academic field studying the relationship between humans and their environment or surroundings – has become an invaluable asset in helping seniors live happier, healthier lives. In this blog…
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How To Maintain Excellent Dental Health
It is vital to maintain the condition of your dental health on a regular basis. Keeping on top of your mouth is helpful in regards to your gums and your teeth, but it also has the ability to improve your entire health. This is because your mouth is an extension of your body. If you…
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Bodily Signs You Should Get Checked Out
Looking after the body is about much more than just eating well, getting plenty of exercise and getting lots of sleep. Of course, all those things are hugely important, but alone they are not necessarily sufficient. You also need to make sure that you are keeping a close eye on your body and on the…
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Feel Energized and Focused: A Quick Guide to Healthy Habits
Ever felt exhausted, unmotivated, and unable to concentrate? We’ve all been there at one point or another – the feeling of being overwhelmed and finding it difficult to focus on anything. Many of us have come to accept this as our “normal” state of being, thinking that it’s just part of life. However, research has…
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The Top Contributors To Dementia and Cognitive Decline
Dementia is an umbrella term for a wide range of symptoms associated with cognitive decline and memory loss. It affects millions of people worldwide; WHO currently reports 55 million dementia sufferers around the world. The belief that low and middle-income populations are more heavily affected is partially incorrect. Approximately 6 in 10 individuals with dementia…
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Top 3 Challenges Elders Encounter Using Technology
Technology has rapidly developed in many ways, making things convenient for many. However, it may not always be a friendly option, especially for seniors who experience challenges using technological gadgets. Although the healthcare manufacturing industry has made some strides in tech-aided gadgets for the senior population, more can be done. Indeed, 4 in 10 senior…
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Four Ways To Have Good Health As You Get Older
There’s no denying that as we get older, we need to start taking better care of both our minds and bodies. Doing so will help ensure you stay fit and active as you move into retirement, and can also reduce the chances of you dealing with complex health conditions. Get your hearing checked. In the…
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5 Surprising Facts About Hearing Aids
Did you know that the first hearing aid was invented almost 140 years ago? And that some hearing aids can now connect to a smartphone? The evolution of hearing aids is quite astounding, and we still do not know many things about these little devices. It’s also true that hearing aids can treat more than…
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3 Things Nobody Tells You About Getting Older
Getting older is a natural process, but it’s not exactly something many people look forward to. Most people would prefer it didn’t happen, as there are multiple uncertainties and conditions that could come up. Then there are the things nobody tells you about getting older. With all of the uncertainty involved, it’s easy to see…
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Effective Ways Your Phone Can Boost Your Health
Phones can help with many aspects of your life, from helping to manage your finances to providing a range of entertainment in your hands. And then there is your health. While there are often reports of the negative impact of phones on health, that doesn’t mean that there aren’t ways your phone can help your…
Sophie Okolo, MPH 