If you’ve ever watched Star Trek episodes, you have seen Dr. McCoy use a handy-dandy tricorder to assess the health of the crew instantaneously. Other science fiction books and films have imagined all kinds of far-fetched devices and tools to make people’s lives better. What you … [Read more...] about Walking Into The Future Of Caregiving.
Health Treatments
Boost Your Health With Omega-3
Kate Boston, registered dietician and owner of Cultivate Your plate, encourages her clients to get as many vitamins and minerals by eating whole foods, but individuals who don’t like fish may find it more difficult to get omega-3 fatty acids into their diets. Omega-3 nutrients … [Read more...] about Boost Your Health With Omega-3
Keep Your Teeth Happy…And In Your Mouth
There are three main causes of tooth loss. “The main reason we lose teeth is due to bone loss,” says Dr. Abby Staffieri, DMD at Lavelle Family & Cosmetic Dentistry. Bone loss accelerates as we age. Second, periodontitis (gum disease) can destroy the bone that supports your … [Read more...] about Keep Your Teeth Happy…And In Your Mouth
Stop Inner Ear Balance Problems
The inner ear houses the vestibular system, which is responsible for balance and proper orientation in space. Over time, normal wear-and-tear in this system can lead to dizziness and balance problems. According to Dr. Steven Shotts of Advanced ENT and Allergy, the most common … [Read more...] about Stop Inner Ear Balance Problems
Walk This Way
If ease of walking is keeping you from certain activities, Bobbie Kayser, a physical therapist with Frazier Rehab, says the best first step is to check in with your physician. Whether you experience unsteadiness, weakness, or pain, Kayser says a doctor visit "will save a lot of … [Read more...] about Walk This Way