Common stroke risk factors and prevention tips
Global stroke risk affects over 12.2 million annually with 1 in 4 adults likely to have a stroke in their lifetime. Key controllable factors include elevated systolic blood pressure, high BMI, smoking, and alcohol use. Additional risks include high fasting glucose, air pollution, inactivity, poor diet, high LDL, and kidney dysfunction. Preventive steps focus on managing these factors.
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World Stroke Organization
WSO
American Heart Association
American Stroke Association
Plos One
Journal
Neurology
Stroke.org
Dementia Dilemma and the Search for Answers
A reader reflects on Logapenic Progressive Aphasia and Alzheimer’s like symptoms, noting shared brain protein findings and the difficulty of care. The piece stresses caregiver burden, safety, acceptance, and the limits of treatment while urging compassion and shared responsibility. Questions and contact: 330-703-7488 isnowbyrd msn.com
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Geriatric Psychiatric Unit
Sughan
NHA
LPN
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Medicare alphabet overview by parts A to D and more
An overview of Medicare parts A to D and related plan types. Part A covers inpatient care with automatic eligibility for many at age 65. Part B has a monthly premium and covers outpatient services. Part C refers to Medicare Advantage plans with or without prescription coverage. Part D covers drug coverage and the donut hole has been eliminated for 2025. For more information, contact Ryan Cole at Homestead Insurance Agency.
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Ryan Cole
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Protecting your hearing for long haul listening care
Hearing loss rises with age yet prevention helps. National Institutes data show half of people over 85 may have hearing loss, but keep volume to 50 60 percent and heed device alerts. Take hourly listening breaks, wear over the ear noise cancelling headphones, and schedule routine hearing exams as part of preventive care.
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National Institutes of Health
Hearing Health Foundation
HHF
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