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| Commonly Prescribed Incontinence Drugs Linked to Memory Problems in Older People: A study released at the American Academy of Neurology reports that significant memory problems in seniors have a direct link to the use of prescribed incontinence drugs such as Detrol and Ditropan. This study, headed up by U.S. Navy neurologist Dr. Jack Tsao, looked at cognitive test results given over a period of eight years to a large control group ...... |
Drug Name Proliferation Creates Danger for Seniors: The Journal of the
American Pharmacists Association tells us there are more than 9000
generic drug names and 33,000 trademarked brand names in use in the
United States - more are constantly being added to the list. A patient
being treated for Alzheimer's was prescribed Reminyl but the prescription
was accidentally filled with Amaryl, a drug used by diabetes sufferers. The
Alzheimer's patient died - the FDA ultimately changed the Alzeheimer's
drug name to Razadyne. Nonetheless, the ongoing potential for this type
of mix-up is far too real .....
American Pharmacists Association tells us there are more than 9000
generic drug names and 33,000 trademarked brand names in use in the
United States - more are constantly being added to the list. A patient
being treated for Alzheimer's was prescribed Reminyl but the prescription
was accidentally filled with Amaryl, a drug used by diabetes sufferers. The
Alzheimer's patient died - the FDA ultimately changed the Alzeheimer's
drug name to Razadyne. Nonetheless, the ongoing potential for this type
of mix-up is far too real .....
Antidepressants Linked to Bone Loss in Elderly: If you are 65 or older and
taking certain serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), such as Zoloft and
Paxil, you may be experiencing abnormally rapid bone loss!
taking certain serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), such as Zoloft and
Paxil, you may be experiencing abnormally rapid bone loss!
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Nintendo Fitness Games Great for Seniors: Nintendo’s U.S. debut of the Wii
Fit system proves to be a great exercise option for seniors. The Wii Fit
system offers 40 “games” in the categories of yoga, aerobics, balance and
strength training, a very well balanced menu of cross-training activities.
Dr. Bryant Stamford, director of the University of Kentucky’s Health
Promotion and Wellness Center believes a cross-training exercise
program is perfect for seniors because - done in moderation - it can help
minimize injuries and enhance well-being by creating a more well-rounded
exercise regime.
Fit system proves to be a great exercise option for seniors. The Wii Fit
system offers 40 “games” in the categories of yoga, aerobics, balance and
strength training, a very well balanced menu of cross-training activities.
Dr. Bryant Stamford, director of the University of Kentucky’s Health
Promotion and Wellness Center believes a cross-training exercise
program is perfect for seniors because - done in moderation - it can help
minimize injuries and enhance well-being by creating a more well-rounded
exercise regime.
Home Radon Testing Recommended: Radon is a colorless, odorless gas
which is released from rocks, soil and water by the process of
radioactive decay of uranium present in all three substances. The EPA
recommends all homes be tested for radon. The Oregon Radon
Protection Services offers special deals at
oregon.gov/dhs/ph/rps/radon/index.shtml. Radon gas is the leading
cause of lung cancer among non-smokers in the U.S.
which is released from rocks, soil and water by the process of
radioactive decay of uranium present in all three substances. The EPA
recommends all homes be tested for radon. The Oregon Radon
Protection Services offers special deals at
oregon.gov/dhs/ph/rps/radon/index.shtml. Radon gas is the leading
cause of lung cancer among non-smokers in the U.S.
: April 28th, 2009 - The World Health Organization, although
stopping short of declaring a worldwide health emergency, has
expressed concern about the climbing number of cases in Mexico. The
CDC recommends several simple measures to protect you and others
against swine flu infection:
stopping short of declaring a worldwide health emergency, has
expressed concern about the climbing number of cases in Mexico. The
CDC recommends several simple measures to protect you and others
against swine flu infection:
- Wash your hands frequently, with hot water and soap and/or an alcohol-based
cleanser. - Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
- Flu spreads through respiratory droplets (not eating pork, as the name implies), so
cover your face when you sneeze with a handkerchief or facial tissue. Wash your
hands immediately after sneezing.
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