The Journal
Topic
Health
3 articles on health, for families caring for an aging parent and the older adults they love.
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Hearing and Vision: The Losses Nobody Treats as Urgent
Untreated hearing and vision loss quietly drives isolation, falls, and confusion in older adults, yet it rarely gets the urgency it deserves. Why it matters, and who to see.
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When Cooking for One Stops Feeling Worth It
How a parent who fed a family for decades quietly stops eating well when it is just them, the slow weight loss nobody notices for months, and gentle ways to help.
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How to Help an Aging Parent Manage Their Medications Safely
Missed doses and mixed-up pills are among the most common, and most preventable, risks for older adults living alone. A calm, practical guide to helping a parent stay on top of their medications.
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