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The term “senior care” may seem pretty self-explanatory, but it’s more than just healthcare that addresses the medical needs of patients aged 65 and over. At Palm Medical Centers, where we have been bringing genuine kindness to senior primary care for more than a decade, we treat the whole person, with services like diagnostic services,
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Fun Father’s Day Activities for Seniors
This Father’s Day, instead of just wining and dining with your senior dad or merely sending him your best wishes, why not spend some fun quality time with him that really shows how much you love and appreciate him? Here are some suggestions of activities you both may enjoy: A day at the ballpark. You
Read MoreThe Importance of Regular Checkups for Older Men
If you are an older adult male, you should visit your healthcare provider for checkups and preventive screenings regularly, even if you are feeling healthy. That’s because the older you become, the greater your risk of developing health problems such as heart disease, diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cancer, and arthritis. Even if you
Read MoreHow to Stay Hydrated: A Guide for Older Adults
June 23 is National Hydration Day. However, you need to stay hydrated each day of the year – especially if you are an older adult. That’s because water consumption is not just a thirst-quencher. It’s essential to almost all your bodily functions, from pumping blood to your heart to lubricating your joints. Given that older
Read MoreThe Importance of Medication Management for Senior Health
Does your loved one have to take a long list of medications to stay healthy day to day? If so, they’re one of the millions of Americans who also take multiple medications to stay healthy and happy. Managing medications and making sure they’re taken properly can be a difficult thing to do, especially as we
Read MoreHow You Can Participate in National Senior Health & Fitness Day
May 31st is National Senior Health & Fitness Day, the nation’s leading and largest senior health and wellness event. Celebrating 30 years of participation in 2023, it’s expected more than 100,000 seniors will participate at more than 1,000 locations across the country. Palm Medical Centers is proud to be a participating facility in the National
Read MoreTIPS FOR SUPPORTING SENIOR MOMS’ HEALTHCARE NEEDS ON MOTHER’S DAY
Mother’s Day is here, and what better time to focus on the needs of the woman who has dedicated her life caring for her children. To celebrate the occasion, consider giving your mother the best gift of all – your support for her health and wellbeing. There are many ways you can support your senior
Read MoreActivities to Keep Adults Over the Age of 70 Feeling Younger
You have heard the expression, “70 is the new 40.” It underscores the fact that old-age stereotypes no longer apply to today’s seniors. They’re active and more focused on maintaining their youthful vitality than ever. Although it’s true that as we age, our bodies start to slow down, and some things we used to and
Read MorePreparing for Medicare As a Senior
If you are approaching 65 years of age – or already there – and have not taken steps to apply for Medicare, it’s time to give it serious thought. Medicare’s open enrollment is in October, but any time is a good time to learn more about the process. It can be a bit complicated and
Read MoreHow To Enroll In Medicare For Seniors
As you probably already know, 65 is the age when most people become eligible for Medicare, the federal government health insurance program for seniors. Younger people living with certain illnesses or disabilities may become eligible earlier. If you are wondering how to go about enrolling for Medicare for seniors, there are a few things you
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