October 31, 2016 —
Alzheimer Spouses Benefit from Counseling and Support November is Family Caregivers Month. Sponsored by the Caregiver Action Network (formerly the National Family Caregivers Association), this event is a time to recognize and honor family caregivers who do so much for their loved ones. This year’s theme, “Take Care to Give Care,” reminds us that caregiving… Read More
October 17, 2016 —
We’re pleased to invite you to the Medical Society of Northern Virginia’s First Annual Digital Health Expo at Tysons Corner Center on The Plaza on Sunday, October 23rd from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. This digital health expo will focus on technology that is enabling patients/consumers to receive quality medical care on demand. Come visit… Read More
June 29, 2016 —
Pain Often Untreated in Seniors With Dementia Older adults are apt to suffer from a variety of painful health conditions, including arthritis, osteoporosis, urinary tract infections, diabetic neuropathy, tooth problems, constipation and many others. It’s important to address this discomfort and work with the person’s healthcare provider to arrive at the most effective treatment for… Read More
May 26, 2016 —
Talking With Your Loved One About Incontinence Seniors who are experiencing urinary incontinence often feel all alone. But they are not. Though the topic seldom comes up in conversation, incontinence affects more than half of women past the age of menopause, and also affects many senior men. According to the American College of Physicians (ACP),… Read More
May 9, 2016 —
Finding Out Your Power of Attorney Is Powerless Paula Span THE NEW OLD AGE MAY 6, 2016 You think you’ve done everything right: Your parents or other relatives have signed a durable power of attorney. Among other things, it allows you to handle their finances — taxes, bills, bank accounts, real estate sales — if… Read More
April 18, 2016 —
Announcement: GeriatriCare® Management, Inc. and Integrated Neurology Services Collaborate to offer Coordinated Care to Mutual Clients in Northern Virginia Stephanie Thomopoulos, Care Manager/Clinical Social Worker and owner of GeriatriCare® Management, Inc. is collaborating with Dr. Simon Fishman, Neurologist with Integrated Neurology Services to provide coordinated care for mutual clients. This coordinated care service is available… Read More
April 5, 2016 —
Yes, it’s time for the annual spring cleaning ritual, and what better place to start than your medicine cabinet? In addition to getting rid of things you no longer use—like that six-year-old box of teeth-whitening strips and empty bottles of travel-sized shampoo—getting rid of prescription and over-the-counter medications that have long since expired can keep… Read More
April 1, 2016 —
Man’s best friend can also play an important role in health care. BY LEXI TRIMPE Published: March 29, 2016 BENSON SLOWLY WALKS through the main lobby of Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital. His employee badge hangs from his bright red service vest, which reads “Please Pet Me” on the back. A nurse sees Benson from… Read More
March 21, 2016 —
Once thought of as a childhood disorder, celiac disease now is recognized as common in older adults. Celiac disease is an inherited digestive disorder that occurs in people who cannot tolerate gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye and barley. Most people easily digest gluten, the substance that gives elasticity to breads and other doughs…. Read More
