Articles on Aging

In South Carolina, more than 60% of adults over age 65 have more than one chronic disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines a chronic disease as a condition that lasts one…

As you age, maintaining good nutrition becomes increasingly vital for overall health, independence, and quality of life. Older adults often face unique challenges such as chronic disease management…

As we age, maintaining proper nutrition becomes increasingly vital for preserving health, independence, and quality of life. Yet, many older adults face challenges that put them at risk of…

Fall Prevention Have you ever seen an older loved one take a fall? Perhaps you might have fallen one or more times yourself. It is believed that older adult falls are inevitable, but in reality, most…

The path to healthy aging does not mean bathing in the fountain of youth or drinking an anti-aging elixir. Healthy aging is recognizing that wellness starts now. It’s never too soon or too late to…

When the world faced the COVID-19 pandemic, our behaviors, medical practices, and economy were all affected and had to shift in some way. Society overcame many challenges, including the loss of…