What We Know (And Don’t Know) About Alzheimer’s
An estimated 5.7 million Americans of all ages are living with Alzheimer’s dementia in 2018. This number includes an estimated 5.5 million people age 65…
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Preserving Summer
Growing up, we had a large, funky, no-name apple tree that produced abundant apples, but oddly only every other summer; yes, summer, not fall. During…
The Wise Kitchen
My profoundly wise mother had a simple order for her five kids: eat your fruits and vegetables, drink your milk, go outside and play. She…
Dementia: Diagnosis and Treatment
Diagnosing dementia and its type can be challenging. To diagnose the cause of the dementia, the doctor must recognize the pattern of the loss of…
Aging…As Time Goes By
April 1, 5:47 p.m., Boise, Idaho, time stood still. The 6.5 magnitude earthquake was centered about 80 miles northeast of Boise, Idaho, where I live.…
The Importance of Monitoring Your Blood Pressure
According to the American Heart Association, nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure. Many people with high blood pressure have no signs or…
Hope Is The Memory Of The Future
The eye of a cyclone is calm weather characterized by a light breeze and clear sky, surrounded by horrendous winds and towering thunderstorms. On March…
What’s On Your “To Do” List?
If you are somewhat organized like I am, you will have a list of daily tasks to do…either etched into your mind or written down.…
Power Of Attorney: A Vital Tool When Used Right
We never know what tomorrow may bring. An unexpected medical condition could leave you in a position where you are unable to handle your financial…
It’s Not Just About You
We have known for some time that people who are religious or spiritual tend to have better health and well-being (see David Williams and Michelle…