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Month: August 2023

4 Reasons Hip Fractures Are Dangerous for Seniors

Seniors who fracture their hips could experience minor problems or life-threatening accidents. Aging, weakened bones, and medication side effects are some of the reasons older adults experience slips and falls that can lead to hip fractures and other severe injuries. Below are some of the reasons hip fractures are dangerous for seniors and ways to prevent them.  1. Inactivity Depending...
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Normal Blood Sugar Levels for Seniors

Approximately 12 million Americans 65 and older have diabetes, according to estimates by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Even if your older loved one isn't diabetic, he or she may be considered prediabetic or be more likely to develop this condition if he or she has consistently high blood sugar levels. For this reason, we're going to focus...
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