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Fall prevention: Simple tips to prevent falls
Have you ever tripped down the stairs? Slipped on a rug? It may seem silly, but falls are nothing to take lightly. Here are tips to fall-proof your home: 1. Keep electrical cords out of walking paths. 2. Securely fasten carpet, rugs and carpet runners to the floor. 3. Keep walkways and stairways free of clutter. 4. Use nonslip mats in the bathtub or shower.
Atrial fibrillation and managing stress
Stress, anxiety and depression are bad for your heart, but whether they trigger AFib is debated. Find out when to practice self-care — and when to ask for help.
Caregiving for someone with atrial fibrillation
Learn what to expect when caring for someone with this common heart rhythm condition. Get tips to prevent caregiver burnout.
Thin skin? Added protection helps
Fragile or thin skin is a fairly common problem, especially in older adults.
Post-traumatic stress: How can you help your loved one?
Use these tips to help someone cope with stress from a traumatic event, whether it's acute stress disorder (ASD) or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Intervention: Help a loved one overcome addiction
Make a plan to help a loved one break free from an addiction to alcohol, drugs, food or gambling before it destroys them.
When cancer returns: How to cope with cancer recurrence
Learn what cancer recurrence means, and find out what you can do to cope when cancer returns.
Do you have a living will?
Life-threatening situations can happen to anyone, so it's important to have a living will or other advance directive. These documents spell out your preferences regarding medical treatments you would or would not want to keep you alive. You can also outline your preferences for other medical decisions, such as pain management or organ donation. By planning ahead, you can get the medical care you want and save your family from having to make tough decisions in a crisis.
Teens and social media use: What's the impact?
Find out how to help limit the negative impact of these popular apps on your teenager.
Denture care: How do I clean dentures?
Follow these best practices to keep your removable partial or full dentures clean, free from stains and comfortable.
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