Changes with age, menopause in women, and an enlarged prostate in men can all result in incontinence. “Incontinence is urinary leakage of any kind,” says Julene Samuels, M.D., FACS. Both men and women can experience incontinence, although women are more likely due to stress on … [Read more...] about I Gotta Go….All of the Time!
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Winter Readiness Guide: Moods, Telehealth, and Sprucing Up Our Home
The cold and gray of the winter months can be hard for anyone, but they can feel especially grueling to individuals who are stuck in their homes without much interaction. Winter can also be hard on caregivers who can’t even get their loved ones outside for some sunshine. This … [Read more...] about Winter Readiness Guide: Moods, Telehealth, and Sprucing Up Our Home
It’s Time to Think About Your Gut
How many times have you been told to “listen to your gut,” that feeling inside that helps guide your decisions? While that sixth sense guidance can be helpful, listening to your actual gut could be one of the best health decisions you make. The gut microbiome, made up of the … [Read more...] about It’s Time to Think About Your Gut
Why Does Moving My Body Hurt?
Six years ago when Valerie Spies, stylist at Z Salon & Spa, began experiencing neck pain, lower back pain, and fatigue, she went to the doctor expecting to be told she needed physical therapy. “It was very discouraging,” Valerie says. “He spent exactly 10 minutes with me and … [Read more...] about Why Does Moving My Body Hurt?
Small Changes Make a Big Splash
How this organization is helping you be more accountable.You may not realize that Kentuckiana serves as a central hub for numerous organizations focused on aging well, one of which is the Trager Institute, a nonprofit affiliated with the University of Louisville. “Our philosophy … [Read more...] about Small Changes Make a Big Splash