Knowing what information to trust is increasingly difficult on social media, where false claims frequently are disguised as facts.

Fake news? Disinformation? Misinformation?
Modern AI can create lifelike images, videos (“deepfakes”), audio and even write articles that seem like real news. AI-driven bots also can flood social media with the same false story over and over, making it look like everyone believes it.

Created by UNICEF, this resource explains how to identify misleading or false information online — especially important when reading health-related content.

From the National Institute on Aging, this guide outlines common causes of falls and practical ways to reduce risk at home and in daily life.

Some steps to take to prevent falls include:

• Staying physically active
• Fall-proofing your home
• Having your eyes & hearing tested
• Geting enough sleep
• Avoiding or limiting alcohol
• Find out about the side effects of any medications you take
• Using an assistive device if you need help feeling steady when you walk
• Choosing the right footwear

As someone’s caregiver, it’s important to learn as much as possible about their medical condition. This way you can better anticipate their needs and how to manage their health care over time, including in an emergency.

From MedlinePlus, this overview introduces essential caregiving topics, including daily care, communication, and caregiver well-being.

The Caregiver’s Handbook is available to download online or order for free.

Cognitive fitness means the ability to think, learn, remember, and adapt and how it can improve at any age.

Healthy habits such as:

• Exercise
• Healthy eating
• Sleep

These habits all work together to support brain health by aiding neuroplasticity.

Published by Harvard Health Publishing, this article shares evidence-based strategies to support memory, focus, and long-term brain health.

How does this affect your body?

• You burn less calories: more likely to gain weight
• May lose muscle strength, and endurance because you're not using it as much
• Your bones may get weaker
• Your immune system may not work well
• You may have poorer circulation
• Your body may have more inflammation
• You may develop a hormonal imbalance

From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, this article explains how prolonged inactivity can increase the risk of chronic disease, mobility loss, and reduced independence.

Taking 5 or more medications further increase the chances of side effects.

Side effects to look for:

• Blurry vision
• Daytime fatigue
• Drowsiness
• Fainting or passing out
• Lightheadedness
• Loss of balance
• Muscle weakness
• Slowed reaction time
• Trouble concentrating or problem solving

Also from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, this article explains how certain medications can increase fall and injury risk, especially when combined.

For Older Adults and People with Cancer, Diabetes, HIV/AIDS, Organ Transplants, and Autoimmune Diseases.

Why Are Immune-Compromised Individuals at Higher Risk?

The immune system naturally declines starting around age 50-60, with significant weakness after 75.

High-Risk Foods to Avoid
The guide identifies two main categories of risky foods!

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Many risk factors can lead to bone loss and osteoporosis. Some of these risk factors you cannot change, while others you can. Learn about

Risk Factors You Cannot Change

• Sex, age, frame size, ethnicity, family history

Risk Factors You CAN Change

• Hormones, nutrition, medication use, activity level, alcohol intake, smoking and tobacco

Provided by Penn State Extension, this resource helps older adults understand bone health, risk factors, and prevention strategies.

Older adults can benefit from all three types of exercise: Aerobic, Muscle-Strengthening, and Balance. Find out what kind of exercises can positively impact your life if you have one of the following illnesses or medical conditions:

• Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia
• Arthritis
• COPD
• High blood pressure
• Overweight
• Osteoporosis
• Type 2 Diabetes

Talk with a doctor about what exercises and activities might be right for you.

We can exercise together because the more, the merrier.

So why worry about high blood pressure? Because even when high blood pressure is not causing any symptoms, it can silently damage many organs, including the:

• Brain
• Eyes
• Heart
• Kidneys
• Arteries throughout the body

What Is blood pressure?
What is normal blood pressure?
How do I know if my blood pressure is high?
How do I keep it in a healthy range?

If you're asking any of these questions, check out this article by Harvard Health.

Do you have a blood pressure monitor? Let us help you get one today.

As a person gets older, changes occur in all parts of the body, including the brain.

• Certain parts of the brain shrink, including those important to learning and other complex mental activities.
• In certain brain regions, communication between neurons may be less effective.
• Blood flow in the brain may decrease.
• Inflammation, which occurs when the body responds to an injury or disease, may increase.

Not only can changes in our brain affect our thinking, but also changes in our physical health may affect our brains.

Talk with your doctor if you’re concerned about changes in your thinking and memory.

People with diabetes are more likely to develop gum disease, and gum disease can increase blood sugar levels which impact diabetes management.

Oral disease have implications that stretch far beyond the mouth and impact our overall health and well-being. Gum disease and diabetes are one example of how mouth health can have reaching effects.

Prioritize your oral health, making sure to brush, floss, and get dental check-ups.

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