Kayla Cook, RN, owner and director of Caring Excellence Personalized Home Care Services, shares a practical idea for bathing your loved one.“The elderly don’t need a complete bath or shower every day. Their skin is fragile and is often dry,” she says. “An easy way to stay fresh … [Read more...] about Caregivers: Try this five-minute idea for bathing your loved one
Exercise and Fitness
Are you taking care of your eyes? 3 tips from your eye doctor
Dr. Aaron McNulty of Elliott Rosengarten O.D. PSC and Aaron McNulty O.D. has the answers to your eye health questions.1. How often should I get my eyes checked?An annual exam is recommended for all ages. In adulthood, it’s important to closely monitor eye health. The exam is not … [Read more...] about Are you taking care of your eyes? 3 tips from your eye doctor
Ask the Dentist: 3 answers to your questions
Dr. Anna C. Perry, DMD, of Advanced Dental Care, 300 Middletown Park Place, has the answers to your dental questions.How often should I change my toothbrush?Every three months.What do the complications of aging do to the mouth?Our body is a great machine at repairing when we’re … [Read more...] about Ask the Dentist: 3 answers to your questions
Got pain? This treatment could help
We all regularly experience muscle and joint pain due to overuse, arthritis, or after a fall. Thanks to new research, physical therapists in Louisville are incorporating a technique called dry needling into treatment sessions to alleviate these symptoms.“With injuries and … [Read more...] about Got pain? This treatment could help
Fight fall allergies naturally
Myron Hardesty, the owner of Weeds of Eden, 7505 New LaGrange Road, is a clinical herbalist and physician’s assistant who is a proponent for natural measures in caring for fall allergies. Hardesty says allergies are exacerbated by a number of factors including the environment, … [Read more...] about Fight fall allergies naturally