Senior's Health Package

Over 200,000 words organized under 20 different topic areas with a focus on the health issues of most interest to our aging population. The selection of materials compiled by the editors of Harvard Health Publications, includes topics such as: care giving, advanced care directives, arthritis, diabetes, healthy aging, vision problems, home safety, hearing loss, heart disease, incontinence, memory, mental health, medication costs and safety and more.

Safety

Home Safety for Older Adults

Winter is a Wonderland, but Dangerous, Too
Here' s a rundown of some winter-related dangers, including heart attacks and other heart problems, the flu, snow shoveling, seasonal affective disorder, vitamin D, hypothermia, frostbite, and carbon monoxide poisoning.

When the Weather is Sizzling Hot
Heat-related illness can be dangerous, particularly for older people. A guide to recognizing the signs of these illnesses, and how to stay cool and safe during summer months.