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Macular degeneration, also known as age-related macular degeneration, occurs more commonly in people who are older than 60. And in the United States, over 20 million adults have been diagnosed with it.   If you have a family history of macular degeneration, you might have a higher risk of developing the disease. But there are other…

A man’s prostate is the gland that produces seminal fluid which helps to move sperm along the urethra during ejaculation. Prostatic fluid also nourishes sperm to keep them healthy for fertilization of a woman’s egg. The prostate is located in the pelvic region above the rectum, and it surrounds the urethra. With age, many men…

Most people associate eating a nutritious diet with childhood, but it is just as important for adults and seniors. As people age, it becomes harder to maintain a healthy diet because of life changes such as:  Problems chewing food A reduced sense of taste or smell Economic issues that make purchasing healthy food more difficult…

If you or someone you’re taking care of have mobility or health issues, you might be searching for a safer way to take a bath. Getting in and out of a slippery bathtub can be dangerous, awkward, and even impossible for many seniors. Using a walk-in tub can make bath time easier and safer.  Walk-in…

Thousands of people undergo root canals every year in the United States. This dental procedure removes the pulp from a tooth that’s been infected by bacteria. Having a root canal rather than an extraction, allows you to preserve the structure of the tooth and avoid needing a dental bridge to fill in the gap left…

It’s normal to experience anxiety now and then, fretting over day-to-day concerns like health, finances, work and family. But if you suffer from high-level anxiety that does not go away and worsens over time, you may have an anxiety disorder. This condition can disrupt relationships, work performance and school success. Anxiety disorder is an overarching…

The field of adaptive equipment has grown with the help of technological advancements. That’s good news for people needing vehicle modifications to maintain independent transport and living in areas with limited public transportation. A modified vehicle can be a car, truck or van equipped with tailored features that enable people with motor challenges to drive…

Insulin is one of the most important hormones your body produces. When you eat foods containing glucose (sugar), insulin allows cells to convert this glucose into energy. If your body doesn’t produce enough insulin or is unable to process insulin correctly, you may experience high levels of blood glucose. This can lead to organ damage,…

The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that one in six adults across the globe experiences infertility, the inability to conceive after at least one year of unprotected sexual intercourse. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), infertility prevalence is about 19% in the United States, 26% if you include women unable to…

Wheelchairs, motorized scooters and other mobility aids have improved the lives of seniors who suffer from mobility challenges. These pieces of equipment can be used to navigate in and around homes, and many can even be used outdoors to get around shopping centers, parks and city streets. In order to effectively use mobility aids like…

Your face is often the first thing people notice about you when meeting you in person. Although things like skincare products and makeup can change the appearance of the face, the structure and feature placement generally can’t be changed through natural means. Once someone goes through puberty, the way the face is laid out and…

Breast reduction surgery, or reduction mammaplasty, is a surgical procedure that removes fat, breast tissue, and excess skin from large breasts to relieve symptoms like pain, discomfort, or disability. In some cases, this procedure is strictly for cosmetic purposes, but in others, it may be medically necessary to improve quality of life.  If your health…