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| Living Large |
| It might be called the tale of two Boomers: One day you hear that older adults have never been healthier; they’re working out and buffing up at YMCAs and fitness clubs throughout America, and living longer as a result. At the same time, half of middle-aged adults between 55 and 64 have high blood pressure and two and five are obese, according to the National Center for Health Statistics. |
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| Senior 911 |
| Hurricanes and natural disasters disproportionately threaten older adults who aren’t prepared for the sudden disruptions that they can cause. Seniors and their families need to take ten critical steps today to ensure that they are prepared in case of emergency.
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| Cutting Corners |
| Pinched by the Economy, Older Adults Put Themselves at Risk. Evidence is mounting that older adults are cutting everyday expenses to keep up with the economic downturn. Local senior-care experts warn families to be on alert to make sure seniors aren't cutting too deeply. |
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| The 40-70 Rule |
| Research conducted by Home Instead Senior Care reveals that a communication gap, which may have been a problem in families when children were young, can live on, becoming even more of a challenge as mom and dad age. |
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| Night Fright |
| When the sun goes down, older adults' fears often take over. Whether the causes are physical, psychological or related to a disease such as Alzheimer’s or other dementia, the Home Instead Senior Care network has found that nighttime can be very frightening for seniors—especially those who live alone. |
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