Health screenings you need after age 50
10 min readA colonoscopy is only one of many health screenings you should have once you turn 50. Here are typical health screenings you need after age 50.
September 13, 2018
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10 min readA colonoscopy is only one of many health screenings you should have once you turn 50. Here are typical health screenings you need after age 50.
7 min readPeople with dementia often express the desire to go home. Increase your understanding of dementia and pleas to go home so you can respond better.
9 min read12 tips to combat midlife loneliness. Most tips suggested by experts fall into one of 3 categories: Go in, Go out, or Keep Going. Get 4 tips for each group.
6 min readMidlife loneliness affects over 40% of people in the US. Learn about what causes loneliness, why it matters and how to spot it in yourself or a loved one.
8 min readEver had a gut feeling about what was causing a health problem? The BodyWise book will help you listen to your body and take charge of your wellbeing.
10 min readMeta description preview:Until you hit midlife, your designated primary care doctor may not have mattered to you. But advancing years tend to usher in more medical complaints. You want a primary care physician (PCP) who helps you make the most of your health in midlife and beyond. So let’s talk about how to choose a doctor at midlife.
9 min readKnitting isn’t just for grandmas or DIY-obsessed millennials. People at midlife are learning (or re-learning) how to knit. Not only are they enjoying making things with yarn. They’re experiencing health benefits of knitting and other needlework activities.
9 min readI’d tried learning to meditate, but I couldn’t stick with it. My mind would wander, I’d fall asleep, or I’d forget to do it. It wasn’t until I started using a meditation app on my iPhone that I got any traction with meditation. This post reviews 5 of my favorite meditation apps.
9 min readDon’t write off mindfulness meditation just yet. It has the potential to address several concerns that people face at midlife. Like stress management, cardiovascular health and cognitive decline. Mindfulness meditation at midlife can help you thrive now and in your life’s next chapter.
7 min readYour doctor finally arrives. You’ll get about 15 minutes with her. Help your physician help you. Here’s how to talk with your doctor.
7 min readWith so many diets out there, each offering different benefits, how do you choose? What are the best midlife diets? Let’s look at some of the most popular and highly-rated diets in light of midlife concerns and priorities.
6 min readA health crisis isn’t something you want to think about. But following these basic steps can help you weather a tough time.
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