Becoming the caregiver for a parent or loved one involves many new responsibilities. As a caregiver, you are responsible for the health and well-being of your loved one. While most caregivers take on these duties with a love and dedication that is incomparable, many are inexperienced in the type of financial planning they should be implementing for themselves in order to protect their loved one in the event of the caregiver's death.
Standing tall: What women need to know about spinal fractures
When you think of women's health issues, spinal fractures probably don't come to mind. But they should. These common fractures can not only be disfiguring, but deadly.
Five steps to ensure a health crisis doesn't mean financial ruin
A serious long-term illness or disability can have a devastating, often irreversible, affect on a family's financial well-being. In fact, health care expenses are among the most common cause of bankruptcies, according to findings published in the "American Journal of Medicine" last year.
Who says you can't teach a mind new tricks at any age? Recent research shows that Americans have the power to positively influence their brain function throughout life.
Growing older doesn't have to mean the loss of good health and sound mind. Sure, your trips to the physician's office may become more frequent -- but are you getting the most out of each visit?
Revealing menopausal symptoms you may not have heard about
Although most postmenopausal women have heard of the traditional symptoms related to menopause - like hot flashes, night sweats and mood swings, fewer have heard of vulvar and vaginal pain and physical discomfort during sexual activity which may also occur during menopause. Women should not be embarrassed about talking to their health care professional about these symptoms.
It's no secret that a lifetime of rock concerts and screaming babies can eventually add up to hearing loss as an adult. Though some of the more obvious hearing threats can be easily avoided, other less common factors affect ear health gradually over time. The five causes of hearing loss may be surprising to some, but can be easily managed through careful attention to auditory health. By following a few simple guidelines, many people are able to greatly reduce their likelihood of facing hearing problems later in life.
How to remain healthy and independent in retirement
You spent years working hard and saving so you could spend your retirement doing the things you want to do. Now that you're living that dream, you can ensure you'll be able to enjoy many years of retirement by staying healthy and allowing yourself to live independently for as long as you are able.
If you're older than 65 and take multiple medications, you should be aware of potential interactions between your drugs. These interactions can cause unwanted side effects, reduce the effectiveness of your medicine, or even lead to hospitalization. Studies show that up to 30 percent of hospital admissions of elderly patients are linked to harmful effects of medications and other related problems.
Are you caring for an aging, disabled or seriously ill friend or family member? If so, you're one of more than 44 million people who serve in the important - and often unrecognized -- role of a caregiver.
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