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Two of the most common pieces of advice that doctors may tell you when it comes to your diet and health is to “eat more protein” and “drink more water,” but what does that really mean?

Did you know that over 40 million Americans are unpaid caregivers, and about 1/3 of them do it alone? Although he was not alone, Rob Lowe and his brothers are part of the 40 million Americans who have had to suddenly put their life on hold and care for their mother. He shares with USA Today his story and experience with caregiving.

SCAM ALERT! If you are a diabetic, specifically a senior with diabetes and Medicare, you could be at risk for being targeted for scam calls.

Until now, medical professionals encouraged a small daily dose of aspirin (about 75-100 milligrams), but a more recent study found that taking low-dose aspirin is associated with an increased risk for bleeding if you have not had a history of any type of cardiovascular disease.

Inflammation is a way your body helps fight off infections and illnesses, but the pain can often be difficult to handle for many. Did you know that we can fight inflammation just by what we put in our bodies?

If your home has more than one floor, going up and down the stairs is something you do each and every day, and possibly without giving it much thought. But why not just stop for a moment and consider how you use the stairs, and what it might say about you and your needs.

New research shows that Meals on Wheels America are doing more than just delivering meals to seniors. They've partnered with West Health Institute to train their drivers to monitor senior’s health condition when delivering food. If the driver notices a difference in a senior’s behavior or health, they’re advised to alert a healthcare professional to take action.

With everything that goes on in our day to day lives, sometimes we forget to do the things we are accustomed to doing everyday like locking the door or turning off the lights. Thanks to technology and home automation tools, you wont have to worry about the light you left on or a door you didn’t lock.

New research from the Journal of the American Medical Association shows that there have been 3x more deaths in those 75 and older from falls in 2016 than there were in 2000.

Summer is officially here and as the temperature rises, it’s important to stay cool as often as you can to avoid any heat-related illnesses. Below are a few preventative actions you can take to make sure the heat doesn't get the best of you.