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Best Hydration Reminder Apps for Seniors

Staying hydrated is essential for healthy aging. For older adults, dehydration can lead to confusion, dizziness, constipation, urinary tract infections, and even hospitalisation. But remembering to drink water regularly isn’t always easy - especially …
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A Home Safety Checklist for Seniors Living Alone

For many older adults, staying in their own home is a powerful symbol of independence. But as we age, our homes may pose risks that weren’t there before - slippery floors, poor lighting, or …
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Supporting Seniors in Rural and Urban Areas

As people live longer and choose to age at home, the question of where they age becomes increasingly important. Whether in a bustling city or a quiet rural town, older adults have distinct needs …
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How to Stay Independent Longer With Mild Cognitive Impairment

Receiving a diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) can be unsettling. It’s often described as the “in-between” stage - when memory or thinking problems are noticeable, but not severe enough to interfere significantly with …
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How to Help Seniors Stay Independent

Most older adults don’t want to give up their independence - and they shouldn’t have to. While aging may bring physical or cognitive changes, independence doesn’t mean doing everything alone. It means having the …
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How the World’s Longevity Crisis Is Changing Healthcare

We’re living longer than ever before - and that’s a good thing. But what happens when a global rise in life expectancy outpaces our ability to care for an aging population? Welcome to the …
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Dementia and Menopause: What’s the Connection?

Most women expect menopause to bring hot flashes, sleep disruptions, and mood swings. But what many don’t realize is that menopause may also affect long-term brain health - including future memory and cognitive function. …
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Aging in Place: A Safe and Happy Home

More and more older adults in the U.S. are choosing to stay in their own homes as they age—a concept known as aging in place. This choice can offer many benefits, such as maintaining …
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Supporting those who need it most: Uber Caregiver

Uber Health is launching its new service this summer: Uber Caregiver. This will enable users to add a caregiver to their Uber profile to coordinate rides, and deliveries, and track services in real-time, utilizing …
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Navigating Ethical Waters: Privacy and Security in AgeTech

In the rapidly evolving AgeTech sector, focused on enhancing the well-being of seniors, the ethical aspects of privacy and security are paramount. Balancing technological advancements with respect for older individuals' dignity and independence is …
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