Scams: The Latest Scams Given all the warnings about scams, you may think that you are informed enough to avoid becoming a victim. However, security experts say that anyone can fall for a scam if the circumstances are right. In 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) received 2.6 million fraud reports, resulting in losses totaling … Continue reading “Scams: The Latest Scams”
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At 77, She’s as Fit as a 25-year-old
At 77, She’s as Fit as a 25-year-old Jeannie Rice is nothing short of amazing. The 77-year-old runner has won several races and broken world records in the 75-79 age group across all distances. At 5 feet 2 inches tall, the 95-pound runner even beat the fastest men in that age group. Runner’s World reports … Continue reading “At 77, She’s as Fit as a 25-year-old”
Dementia Risk Doubles For Women After 65
Dementia Risk Doubles For Women After 65 When it comes to people struggling with dementia, women are more likely to serve as their caregivers. Sadly, the same women who care for others might need someone to care for them later since statistics show that dementia risk doubles for women after they turn 65 years old. … Continue reading “Dementia Risk Doubles For Women After 65”
Acid Reflux, What Causes It
Acid Reflux, What Causes It A large, delicious meal with onions, tomatoes, and your other favorite spicy foods may be enjoyable, but you may feel uncomfortable for a long while after eating it. If you experience a burning sensation in your chest or feel as if your food is coming back up into your throat … Continue reading “Acid Reflux, What Causes It”
Neurologist Develops Innovative Device to Treat Parkinson’s Disease
Neurologist Develops Innovative Device to Treat Parkinson’s Disease Keith Krehbiel has been living with Parkinson’s disease for nearly three decades. Although he was 42 years old when he was diagnosed with the neurodegenerative disorder, his Parkinson’s symptoms began when he was 40 years old. His symptoms were initially misdiagnosed as repetitive stress injury from computer … Continue reading “Neurologist Develops Innovative Device to Treat Parkinson’s Disease”
Reduce Your Risk Of Dementia
Reduce Your Risk Of Dementia A new study is getting attention after suggesting that the vaccine for shingles not only protects against the painful rash but also offers some protection against dementia. A research team at Stanford University examined data from over 280,000 older adults in Wales and found that individuals who received the original … Continue reading “Reduce Your Risk Of Dementia”
FCP Live-In will be attending and speaking at the 5th Edition Hospital @ Home Leadership Summit on June 9–11, 2025 / Boston, MA
FCP Live-In will be attending and speaking at the 5th Edition Hospital @ Home Leadership Summit, which will take place from June 9–11, 2025, in Boston, MA. Andrea Maroto, our Training Development Manager, will present during the session “Client Case Studies of FCP Live-In Caregiving and In-Home Patient Care.” She will discuss how live-in professional … Continue reading “FCP Live-In will be attending and speaking at the 5th Edition Hospital @ Home Leadership Summit on June 9–11, 2025 / Boston, MA”
SCAMS: Latest Scams!
SCAMS: Latest Scams! Gold prices are at an all-time high because of rising inflation and increasing economic and political instability. While investors are buying gold as a safe-haven asset, scammers are stealing it from them and using couriers to pick up the precious metal. Amid the surging value of gold, grifters have staged elaborate schemes that … Continue reading “SCAMS: Latest Scams!”
How Much Deep, Light, and REM Sleep Do You Need?
How Much Deep, Light, and REM Sleep Do You Need? If there’s one thing that we unknowingly sacrifice in our hectic lives, it’s our sleep. We may sacrifice sleep to meet deadlines, enjoy our favorite media, socialize, or engage in other activities, not realizing how important sleep is to our mental, physical, and emotional health. … Continue reading “How Much Deep, Light, and REM Sleep Do You Need?”
Stem Cells To Treat Parkinson’s?
Stem Cells To Treat Parkinson’s? Promising new research has shown positive results from using stem cell therapy to treat Parkinson’s disease. Researchers have been encouraged by their findings, which are also inspiring hope in people living with Parkinson’s , a progressive neurodegenerative disorder. The studies have involved transplanting stem cells into the brains of people … Continue reading “Stem Cells To Treat Parkinson’s?”