Living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes requires diligent monitoring and management, and technological advancements have significantly eased this burden for many. Since the FDA approved the Dexcom G7 in December 2022, many of you may be wondering whether you’re eligible for one and whether there is any Dexcom G7 Medicare coverage. First, what’s […]
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Best Programs for Caregiving – An Exciting Dementia Care Database
When talking about caregiving challenges, it’s easy to focus on the practical difficulties, like dealing with dementia and incontinence, responding to difficult behaviors, and trying to find enough hands-on support. Yet, there’s an even bigger area to talk about – knowledge. Family caregivers are typically thrown into the deep end. It’s often a matter of […]
The Fresh Food Renaissance: How Older Adults Are Embracing Healthy Eating Trends
In recent years, there has been a notable shift in dietary preferences among older adults towards incorporating more fresh, whole foods into their diets. This fresh food renaissance represents a departure from processed and convenience foods and reflects a growing awareness of the importance of nutrition for overall health and well-being. In this article, we’ll […]
Caregiving Across Cultures? Try These Cookbooks to Whip Up Authentic Dishes from Various Cuisines
Every caregiver knows how important it is to cook good meals for seniors. More than just sustenance, cooking can help meet older adults’ nutritional needs and contribute to their overall health. The benefits of eating well are why a post from the American Association of Retired Persons shares nutrition and mealtime tips for caregivers. Such […]
Deepfake Danger: Protecting Seniors from High-Tech Financial Scams
In a world where technology is booming, people are reaping many benefits. However, we cannot ignore the dark side of these innovations, like deepfake, which can be used for fraud and exploitation. Deepfake is a media system created with artificial intelligence (AI) to show fake or falsified results. Specifically, deepfakes allow people to create surprisingly […]
My Review of Upgrading to the Dexcom G7 and Tandem Control IQ for a Child
Like many others, we eagerly awaited the new Dexcom G7 continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) following its release in the pipeline of new medical devices after its FDA approval. The device is meant to be more accurate than the previous Dexcom G6 model, while potentially being cheaper and easier to use. Once it was released, we […]