Recent research may have uncovered a breakthrough for treating patients with heart failure. Scientists in Israel have discovered a way to turn human skin cells…
Regenerating Healthy Heart Tissue for Heart Failure Patients
September 27, 2012
Category: Senior Health
Breakthrough: Earlier Identification of Cancer, Alzheimer’s and Other Diseases
September 25, 2012
A recent breakthrough in nanotechnology could lead to a three-million-fold improvement in the early detection of diseases such as cancer and Alzheimer’s disease. According to…
Advanced Style
September 19, 2012
Just because you’re older doesn’t mean you can’t break all the rules! Of fashion, that is. Advanced Style is a new documentary that follows some…
Are Your Aging Parents Taking Too Many Pills?
September 11, 2012
A growing issue among the elderly is the fact, that, as medications pile up due to age-related illnesses, it can be difficult to remember and…
The Reinvention Potential of the Older Brain
August 30, 2012
Reinvention is not a fleeting part of youth! According to former CNN correspondent and Fortune 100 leadership consultant, Mark Walton, our brains are wired for…
Dementia and Driving: A Short Scenario
August 28, 2012
There are often difficult conversations that families must have following an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, including when to stop driving. This short film illustrates a great way…
Evidence-Based Medicine Recommendations
June 28, 2012
The Beers Criteria medication list has been updated to reflect new, evidence-based medication recommendations. The list includes potentially inappropriate medications for the elderly. View the…
Delirium: A Culprit Not Only During, But After Hospitalization
June 26, 2012
A hospital stay is often a subject of fear, especially for older adults; many are afraid that they will leave in a worse condition than…
Father’s Day Humor and Heart
June 14, 2012
Continuum extends our wishes to all the wonderful fathers in our community for a happy Father’s Day! This beautiful video will tug at your heartstrings…
15 Things Your Walk Reveals About Your Health
June 12, 2012
Your stride, gait, pace, and posture while walking can reveal surprising information about your overall health and well-being, according to an article by Paula Spencer…