Author: Mark Hyman, MD, Head of Strategy and Innovation at the Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine is one of the 20+ leading experts in the field of brain health who will be appearing in this groundbreaking series. July 13, 2021 When you think about aging or simply getting [...]
People aged 65 years or older are more prone to heat-related health problems. If you’re an older adult or a caregiver, review this page for information on how you or the person you’re caring for can stay safe during the heat. Caregiver Checklist Keep a close eye on those in [...]
"... people who knew Thunberg’s story – how her lonely stand inspired millions around the world to join her – were more likely to recognise the potential for ordinary people to make a difference... Most importantly, Thunberg’s actions are consistent with her words. Her fiery demands to world leaders, whether [...]
"As we confront the climate crisis together, we need all the greatness we can muster, from young and old, and all in between. Now is the time for inclusive action." Authors: Aled Jones, Anglia Ruskin University and Bradley Hiller, Anglia Ruskin University Date: June 2, 2021 Some say age [...]
"It’s very difficult to pinpoint the effects of heat on the cause of death. People with heart or lung disease are among the most vulnerable to heat, but these pre-existing conditions also make it difficult to separate the influence of heat from their cause of death. As a result, many [...]
"It's time for a new ethic of care to replace the stigma of dementia... Specifically, we need an ethic that challenges stigma by broadening the duty of care to include fully supporting the capacity of individuals living with dementia for creativity, imagination and other positive potentialities.” Authors: Alisa Grigorovich, PhD, [...]
Our friends at Earth Conscious Life have created an inspiring, award-winning film about the solutions Earth so desperately needs! It created a buzz at film festivals around the world, won several accolades for Best Documentary, and is now available to watch here at no cost. The film is called The Need [...]
"96-year-old Stuart Hodes took his first dance lesson at the Martha Graham school after being discharged from a distinguished stint as an air force aviator in World War II, and he has been dancing through life ever since. He recently wrote a memoir called 'Onstage with Martha Graham.' Here [...]
"But is the onset of something as complex as Alzheimer’s disease likely to come down to a simple numbers game, in which one too many stressful events mean it’s game over?" August 9, 2017 | Author: Claire J. Hanley, PhD, Swansea University Stress is bad for our physical and [...]
Following a 2014 study on this topic, I began to see a number of articles about the effect of the hospital gown on one's dignity and self-esteem. The authors state: "Although research on this topic is scant, the limited findings so far suggest that the hospital gown is undignified and [...]