Baby Boomers are now in their mid 60’s and about to face the problems that come with aging, including disease, depression, falls, abuse, and dementia. They also have to deal with caring for aging parents, and financial exploitation contributing to more stress and difficulties as they get older. Today polypharmacy is a issue with the elderly being over prescribed drugs from many doctors who are not communicating with each other, leading to deadly drug interactions.
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Archive for October, 2009
Baby Boomers Tackling Aging
Friday, October 30th, 2009The Future Of Stem Cell Treatment
Thursday, October 29th, 2009A problem with stem cell research is keeping embryonic stem cells from differentiating instead of remaining stem cells. Stem cells also have limited availability because they are stored in private blood banks. Researchers can control cells from peoples bodies to a limited extent, providing the cells needed for treatment. This process is still in the beginning stages, but future predictions are that a swab from the inside of ones cheek would be all that is required from a patient.
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Yoga
Monday, October 26th, 2009A study released in May 2004 noted that Yoga was the fifth most common form of alternative medicine practiced in the United States throughout 2002. Yoga is intended to help relieve stress in the mind and body and fend off potential stress induced ailments. It is believed to calm the nervous system and create a healthy balance. Yoga is generally performed in classes once a week for 45 minutes to an hour.