April’s Letter From the CEO
Dear friends, This month we feature Pamela Hinsdale whose story appears below. Years ago, Pam and I worked together at Kaiser Hawaii. She ran the Internal Audit Department and made sure none of got into
Try this: The nose knows about nasal rinses
Clogged sinuses? Runny nose? Facial pain or pressure? Rinsing your nasal cavity with a saline solution can be an easy way to find relief. "Sinus and nasal irrigations are among the best studied non-pharmacologic
Want to reduce your risk of dementia? Get your hearing checked today
A new study shows that, although hearing loss increases your risk of dementia, using hearing aids lessens that risk. Are you having a little trouble hearing conversations? If so, you’re not alone. An estimated 23%
5 exercises to improve hand mobility
If you find daily tasks difficult to do because you suffer from stiffness, swelling, or pain in your hands, the right exercises can help get you back in motion. Therapists usually suggest specific hand
March’s Letter From the CEO
Dear friends, I started to write this on my return flight from Dallas and abandoned it after my seatmates whom I’ve never met, began arguing about aging. It seems that the couple were distressed
The Health Benefits Of Fasting
Fasting has been around for centuries and is still popular today. There are many different reasons people fast, but the most common reason is to improve their health. Fasting can have many health benefits, including
Improve your balance by walking
The sense of balance typically worsens with age. It can be further compromised by certain medical conditions and medications, uncorrected vision problems, or a lack of flexibility. Poor balance often leads to falls, which can
How did you sleep, Honey?
I say this to my wife almost every morning. It’s my way of showing affection because sleep is very important. We are lucky in three ways: 1) Despite our many ups and downs, we have
Constipation Relief … What’s the Scoop?
Constipation can have an awful impact on quality of life among frail seniors. First of all, it increases urinary tract infections. Then, at its worse, it results in fecal impaction and incontinence. This increases caregiver
Dietary Changes to Help Reduce Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms
Since ulcerative colitis (UC), a condition that causes inflammation in the colon and rectum, is never medically cured, certain lifestyle behaviors can help you manage symptoms and better cope with your condition. In addition