Should I be screened for osteoporosis?
Aging General Health
Megan Madsen, DO
Osteoporosis is a condition of reduced bone density that increases risk of fracture. Women over age 65 and those over age 50 with additional risk factors should be screened with a DEXA scan. Repeat screening intervals depend on the baseline bone density and can range from 1 to 15 years between tests. What is osteoporosis? Read more…
How do I know if I’m drinking enough water?
Aging General Health
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Look out for signs of dehydration and build hydration habits into your daily routine. Be mindful of situations where you may need more water. The National Academy of Medicine guidelines recommend drinking at least 9-13 cups of water a day. However, it’s easy in the business of life to forget. By checking for signs of Read more…
Do you guys ever think about dying? – Barbie
Aging
Christina R. Whitehouse, PhD, AGPCNP-BC, CDCES, FADCES
“Hey Barbie, I do think about dying, glad you do too. Let’s talk about it!” It’s never too early or too late to talk about dying, and no, you are not morbid for starting this discussion. Death and dying can be a difficult topic to talk about, but discussing what should happen in the event Read more…
I lost my keys again! Do I have dementia?
Aging
Brianna Morgan, PhD, CRNP, ACHPN®
Confusion about memory and aging has been making headlines lately. We all experience changes in memory and thinking as we age. Most of these changes are normal. When changes begin to impact how you or your loved one functions in your daily life, you should speak with a clinician. Changes in memory and thinking are Read more…
Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing?
Aging
Brianna Morgan, PhD, CRNP, ACHPN®
Q: Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing? A: No. Dementia is an umbrella term for changes in memory and thinking that impair how a person functions. Several different underlying diseases can cause dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is one of those diseases. Dementia is characterized by gradual changes in one or more areas of cognition Read more…
When is it time to stop driving?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Driving “retirement” doesn’t need to be a cold turkey process. It may look different for everyone, but proactive planning can save lives and preserve independence. Several options can make the transition smoother for you or a loved one. Identify specific driving concerns and engage in thoughtful discussions to help preserve independence, safety, and function. Driving Read more…
What is the difference between an advanced directive and a living will?
Aging
Megan Madsen, DO
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What can I do to stop my eyes from feeling like sandpaper or watering like crazy, especially in the winter?
Aging General Health
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
An eye care routine can improve symptoms of dry, itchy, or watery eyes. Routine eye care includes keeping your fingers out of your eyes, gentle cleansing, using sun protection, and seeking care with a health professional when symptoms do not improve. Blepharitis or eyelid inflammation is a common condition affecting all ages, though the prevalence Read more…
I am in perimenopause. What is happening to my brain?!
Aging Reproductive Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
We have so many brain changes during the menopausal transition (MT) that they can make our heads spin. Changes in mood, memory, energy level, temperature regulation, cognition, executive functioning…The list goes on. We hear you: it can be frustrating and demoralizing. But fear not! Our brains bounce back and adapt to many of these changes, Read more…
What is ageism?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Ageism is words or actions that judge someone based on their age, old or young. Ageist behaviors can be purposeful or accidental with personal and societal consequences. While most people think ageism only involves older adults, anyone can be ageist or be affected by ageism. First used by Dr. Robert Butler in 1969, ageism is Read more…
Osteoporosis is a condition of reduced bone density that increases risk of fracture. Women over age 65 and those over age 50 with additional risk factors should be screened with a DEXA scan. Repeat screening intervals depend on the baseline bone density and can range from 1 to 15 years between tests. What is osteoporosis? Read more…
How do I know if I’m drinking enough water?
Aging General HealthClara Ke, BSN, RN
Look out for signs of dehydration and build hydration habits into your daily routine. Be mindful of situations where you may need more water. The National Academy of Medicine guidelines recommend drinking at least 9-13 cups of water a day. However, it’s easy in the business of life to forget. By checking for signs of Read more…
Do you guys ever think about dying? – Barbie
Aging
Christina R. Whitehouse, PhD, AGPCNP-BC, CDCES, FADCES
“Hey Barbie, I do think about dying, glad you do too. Let’s talk about it!” It’s never too early or too late to talk about dying, and no, you are not morbid for starting this discussion. Death and dying can be a difficult topic to talk about, but discussing what should happen in the event Read more…
I lost my keys again! Do I have dementia?
Aging
Brianna Morgan, PhD, CRNP, ACHPN®
Confusion about memory and aging has been making headlines lately. We all experience changes in memory and thinking as we age. Most of these changes are normal. When changes begin to impact how you or your loved one functions in your daily life, you should speak with a clinician. Changes in memory and thinking are Read more…
Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing?
Aging
Brianna Morgan, PhD, CRNP, ACHPN®
Q: Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing? A: No. Dementia is an umbrella term for changes in memory and thinking that impair how a person functions. Several different underlying diseases can cause dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is one of those diseases. Dementia is characterized by gradual changes in one or more areas of cognition Read more…
When is it time to stop driving?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Driving “retirement” doesn’t need to be a cold turkey process. It may look different for everyone, but proactive planning can save lives and preserve independence. Several options can make the transition smoother for you or a loved one. Identify specific driving concerns and engage in thoughtful discussions to help preserve independence, safety, and function. Driving Read more…
What is the difference between an advanced directive and a living will?
Aging
Megan Madsen, DO
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What can I do to stop my eyes from feeling like sandpaper or watering like crazy, especially in the winter?
Aging General Health
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
An eye care routine can improve symptoms of dry, itchy, or watery eyes. Routine eye care includes keeping your fingers out of your eyes, gentle cleansing, using sun protection, and seeking care with a health professional when symptoms do not improve. Blepharitis or eyelid inflammation is a common condition affecting all ages, though the prevalence Read more…
I am in perimenopause. What is happening to my brain?!
Aging Reproductive Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
We have so many brain changes during the menopausal transition (MT) that they can make our heads spin. Changes in mood, memory, energy level, temperature regulation, cognition, executive functioning…The list goes on. We hear you: it can be frustrating and demoralizing. But fear not! Our brains bounce back and adapt to many of these changes, Read more…
What is ageism?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Ageism is words or actions that judge someone based on their age, old or young. Ageist behaviors can be purposeful or accidental with personal and societal consequences. While most people think ageism only involves older adults, anyone can be ageist or be affected by ageism. First used by Dr. Robert Butler in 1969, ageism is Read more…
Look out for signs of dehydration and build hydration habits into your daily routine. Be mindful of situations where you may need more water. The National Academy of Medicine guidelines recommend drinking at least 9-13 cups of water a day. However, it’s easy in the business of life to forget. By checking for signs of Read more…
Do you guys ever think about dying? – Barbie
AgingChristina R. Whitehouse, PhD, AGPCNP-BC, CDCES, FADCES
“Hey Barbie, I do think about dying, glad you do too. Let’s talk about it!” It’s never too early or too late to talk about dying, and no, you are not morbid for starting this discussion. Death and dying can be a difficult topic to talk about, but discussing what should happen in the event Read more…
I lost my keys again! Do I have dementia?
Aging
Brianna Morgan, PhD, CRNP, ACHPN®
Confusion about memory and aging has been making headlines lately. We all experience changes in memory and thinking as we age. Most of these changes are normal. When changes begin to impact how you or your loved one functions in your daily life, you should speak with a clinician. Changes in memory and thinking are Read more…
Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing?
Aging
Brianna Morgan, PhD, CRNP, ACHPN®
Q: Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing? A: No. Dementia is an umbrella term for changes in memory and thinking that impair how a person functions. Several different underlying diseases can cause dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is one of those diseases. Dementia is characterized by gradual changes in one or more areas of cognition Read more…
When is it time to stop driving?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Driving “retirement” doesn’t need to be a cold turkey process. It may look different for everyone, but proactive planning can save lives and preserve independence. Several options can make the transition smoother for you or a loved one. Identify specific driving concerns and engage in thoughtful discussions to help preserve independence, safety, and function. Driving Read more…
What is the difference between an advanced directive and a living will?
Aging
Megan Madsen, DO
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What can I do to stop my eyes from feeling like sandpaper or watering like crazy, especially in the winter?
Aging General Health
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
An eye care routine can improve symptoms of dry, itchy, or watery eyes. Routine eye care includes keeping your fingers out of your eyes, gentle cleansing, using sun protection, and seeking care with a health professional when symptoms do not improve. Blepharitis or eyelid inflammation is a common condition affecting all ages, though the prevalence Read more…
I am in perimenopause. What is happening to my brain?!
Aging Reproductive Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
We have so many brain changes during the menopausal transition (MT) that they can make our heads spin. Changes in mood, memory, energy level, temperature regulation, cognition, executive functioning…The list goes on. We hear you: it can be frustrating and demoralizing. But fear not! Our brains bounce back and adapt to many of these changes, Read more…
What is ageism?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Ageism is words or actions that judge someone based on their age, old or young. Ageist behaviors can be purposeful or accidental with personal and societal consequences. While most people think ageism only involves older adults, anyone can be ageist or be affected by ageism. First used by Dr. Robert Butler in 1969, ageism is Read more…
“Hey Barbie, I do think about dying, glad you do too. Let’s talk about it!” It’s never too early or too late to talk about dying, and no, you are not morbid for starting this discussion. Death and dying can be a difficult topic to talk about, but discussing what should happen in the event Read more…
I lost my keys again! Do I have dementia?
AgingBrianna Morgan, PhD, CRNP, ACHPN®
Confusion about memory and aging has been making headlines lately. We all experience changes in memory and thinking as we age. Most of these changes are normal. When changes begin to impact how you or your loved one functions in your daily life, you should speak with a clinician. Changes in memory and thinking are Read more…
Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing?
Aging
Brianna Morgan, PhD, CRNP, ACHPN®
Q: Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing? A: No. Dementia is an umbrella term for changes in memory and thinking that impair how a person functions. Several different underlying diseases can cause dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is one of those diseases. Dementia is characterized by gradual changes in one or more areas of cognition Read more…
When is it time to stop driving?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Driving “retirement” doesn’t need to be a cold turkey process. It may look different for everyone, but proactive planning can save lives and preserve independence. Several options can make the transition smoother for you or a loved one. Identify specific driving concerns and engage in thoughtful discussions to help preserve independence, safety, and function. Driving Read more…
What is the difference between an advanced directive and a living will?
Aging
Megan Madsen, DO
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What can I do to stop my eyes from feeling like sandpaper or watering like crazy, especially in the winter?
Aging General Health
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
An eye care routine can improve symptoms of dry, itchy, or watery eyes. Routine eye care includes keeping your fingers out of your eyes, gentle cleansing, using sun protection, and seeking care with a health professional when symptoms do not improve. Blepharitis or eyelid inflammation is a common condition affecting all ages, though the prevalence Read more…
I am in perimenopause. What is happening to my brain?!
Aging Reproductive Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
We have so many brain changes during the menopausal transition (MT) that they can make our heads spin. Changes in mood, memory, energy level, temperature regulation, cognition, executive functioning…The list goes on. We hear you: it can be frustrating and demoralizing. But fear not! Our brains bounce back and adapt to many of these changes, Read more…
What is ageism?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Ageism is words or actions that judge someone based on their age, old or young. Ageist behaviors can be purposeful or accidental with personal and societal consequences. While most people think ageism only involves older adults, anyone can be ageist or be affected by ageism. First used by Dr. Robert Butler in 1969, ageism is Read more…
Confusion about memory and aging has been making headlines lately. We all experience changes in memory and thinking as we age. Most of these changes are normal. When changes begin to impact how you or your loved one functions in your daily life, you should speak with a clinician. Changes in memory and thinking are Read more…
Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing?
AgingBrianna Morgan, PhD, CRNP, ACHPN®
Q: Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing? A: No. Dementia is an umbrella term for changes in memory and thinking that impair how a person functions. Several different underlying diseases can cause dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is one of those diseases. Dementia is characterized by gradual changes in one or more areas of cognition Read more…
When is it time to stop driving?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Driving “retirement” doesn’t need to be a cold turkey process. It may look different for everyone, but proactive planning can save lives and preserve independence. Several options can make the transition smoother for you or a loved one. Identify specific driving concerns and engage in thoughtful discussions to help preserve independence, safety, and function. Driving Read more…
What is the difference between an advanced directive and a living will?
Aging
Megan Madsen, DO
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What can I do to stop my eyes from feeling like sandpaper or watering like crazy, especially in the winter?
Aging General Health
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
An eye care routine can improve symptoms of dry, itchy, or watery eyes. Routine eye care includes keeping your fingers out of your eyes, gentle cleansing, using sun protection, and seeking care with a health professional when symptoms do not improve. Blepharitis or eyelid inflammation is a common condition affecting all ages, though the prevalence Read more…
I am in perimenopause. What is happening to my brain?!
Aging Reproductive Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
We have so many brain changes during the menopausal transition (MT) that they can make our heads spin. Changes in mood, memory, energy level, temperature regulation, cognition, executive functioning…The list goes on. We hear you: it can be frustrating and demoralizing. But fear not! Our brains bounce back and adapt to many of these changes, Read more…
What is ageism?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Ageism is words or actions that judge someone based on their age, old or young. Ageist behaviors can be purposeful or accidental with personal and societal consequences. While most people think ageism only involves older adults, anyone can be ageist or be affected by ageism. First used by Dr. Robert Butler in 1969, ageism is Read more…
Q: Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing? A: No. Dementia is an umbrella term for changes in memory and thinking that impair how a person functions. Several different underlying diseases can cause dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is one of those diseases. Dementia is characterized by gradual changes in one or more areas of cognition Read more…
When is it time to stop driving?
AgingClara Ke, BSN, RN
Driving “retirement” doesn’t need to be a cold turkey process. It may look different for everyone, but proactive planning can save lives and preserve independence. Several options can make the transition smoother for you or a loved one. Identify specific driving concerns and engage in thoughtful discussions to help preserve independence, safety, and function. Driving Read more…
What is the difference between an advanced directive and a living will?
Aging
Megan Madsen, DO
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What can I do to stop my eyes from feeling like sandpaper or watering like crazy, especially in the winter?
Aging General Health
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
An eye care routine can improve symptoms of dry, itchy, or watery eyes. Routine eye care includes keeping your fingers out of your eyes, gentle cleansing, using sun protection, and seeking care with a health professional when symptoms do not improve. Blepharitis or eyelid inflammation is a common condition affecting all ages, though the prevalence Read more…
I am in perimenopause. What is happening to my brain?!
Aging Reproductive Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
We have so many brain changes during the menopausal transition (MT) that they can make our heads spin. Changes in mood, memory, energy level, temperature regulation, cognition, executive functioning…The list goes on. We hear you: it can be frustrating and demoralizing. But fear not! Our brains bounce back and adapt to many of these changes, Read more…
What is ageism?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Ageism is words or actions that judge someone based on their age, old or young. Ageist behaviors can be purposeful or accidental with personal and societal consequences. While most people think ageism only involves older adults, anyone can be ageist or be affected by ageism. First used by Dr. Robert Butler in 1969, ageism is Read more…
Driving “retirement” doesn’t need to be a cold turkey process. It may look different for everyone, but proactive planning can save lives and preserve independence. Several options can make the transition smoother for you or a loved one. Identify specific driving concerns and engage in thoughtful discussions to help preserve independence, safety, and function. Driving Read more…
What is the difference between an advanced directive and a living will?
AgingMegan Madsen, DO
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What can I do to stop my eyes from feeling like sandpaper or watering like crazy, especially in the winter?
Aging General Health
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
An eye care routine can improve symptoms of dry, itchy, or watery eyes. Routine eye care includes keeping your fingers out of your eyes, gentle cleansing, using sun protection, and seeking care with a health professional when symptoms do not improve. Blepharitis or eyelid inflammation is a common condition affecting all ages, though the prevalence Read more…
I am in perimenopause. What is happening to my brain?!
Aging Reproductive Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
We have so many brain changes during the menopausal transition (MT) that they can make our heads spin. Changes in mood, memory, energy level, temperature regulation, cognition, executive functioning…The list goes on. We hear you: it can be frustrating and demoralizing. But fear not! Our brains bounce back and adapt to many of these changes, Read more…
What is ageism?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Ageism is words or actions that judge someone based on their age, old or young. Ageist behaviors can be purposeful or accidental with personal and societal consequences. While most people think ageism only involves older adults, anyone can be ageist or be affected by ageism. First used by Dr. Robert Butler in 1969, ageism is Read more…
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What can I do to stop my eyes from feeling like sandpaper or watering like crazy, especially in the winter?
Aging General HealthAshley Ritter, APRN, PhD
An eye care routine can improve symptoms of dry, itchy, or watery eyes. Routine eye care includes keeping your fingers out of your eyes, gentle cleansing, using sun protection, and seeking care with a health professional when symptoms do not improve. Blepharitis or eyelid inflammation is a common condition affecting all ages, though the prevalence Read more…
I am in perimenopause. What is happening to my brain?!
Aging Reproductive Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
We have so many brain changes during the menopausal transition (MT) that they can make our heads spin. Changes in mood, memory, energy level, temperature regulation, cognition, executive functioning…The list goes on. We hear you: it can be frustrating and demoralizing. But fear not! Our brains bounce back and adapt to many of these changes, Read more…
What is ageism?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Ageism is words or actions that judge someone based on their age, old or young. Ageist behaviors can be purposeful or accidental with personal and societal consequences. While most people think ageism only involves older adults, anyone can be ageist or be affected by ageism. First used by Dr. Robert Butler in 1969, ageism is Read more…
An eye care routine can improve symptoms of dry, itchy, or watery eyes. Routine eye care includes keeping your fingers out of your eyes, gentle cleansing, using sun protection, and seeking care with a health professional when symptoms do not improve. Blepharitis or eyelid inflammation is a common condition affecting all ages, though the prevalence Read more…
I am in perimenopause. What is happening to my brain?!
Aging Reproductive HealthMK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
We have so many brain changes during the menopausal transition (MT) that they can make our heads spin. Changes in mood, memory, energy level, temperature regulation, cognition, executive functioning…The list goes on. We hear you: it can be frustrating and demoralizing. But fear not! Our brains bounce back and adapt to many of these changes, Read more…
What is ageism?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Ageism is words or actions that judge someone based on their age, old or young. Ageist behaviors can be purposeful or accidental with personal and societal consequences. While most people think ageism only involves older adults, anyone can be ageist or be affected by ageism. First used by Dr. Robert Butler in 1969, ageism is Read more…
We have so many brain changes during the menopausal transition (MT) that they can make our heads spin. Changes in mood, memory, energy level, temperature regulation, cognition, executive functioning…The list goes on. We hear you: it can be frustrating and demoralizing. But fear not! Our brains bounce back and adapt to many of these changes, Read more…
What is ageism?
AgingClara Ke, BSN, RN
Ageism is words or actions that judge someone based on their age, old or young. Ageist behaviors can be purposeful or accidental with personal and societal consequences. While most people think ageism only involves older adults, anyone can be ageist or be affected by ageism. First used by Dr. Robert Butler in 1969, ageism is Read more…
Ageism is words or actions that judge someone based on their age, old or young. Ageist behaviors can be purposeful or accidental with personal and societal consequences. While most people think ageism only involves older adults, anyone can be ageist or be affected by ageism. First used by Dr. Robert Butler in 1969, ageism is Read more…
