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An integral part of any treatment of senior toe fungus includes keeping feet cool and dry. Fungus needs warmth, moisture and darkness to grow well. Change white cotton socks during the day and allow as much fresh air to the toes as possible.
Here are five effective remedies for senior toe fungus.
1.Ointment containing camphor, menthol and eucalyptus oils has been touted as a cure for toe fungus. Apply nightly after thorough cleaning and wear a white cotton sock.
2.Tea Tree Oil is made from the Melaleuca tree. Apply to the nail and surrounding tissues for a reported cure. Read the rest of this entry »

As we age, we sometimes wonder, “Will I end up in a nursing home?” Although continuing care facilities are vastly improved from what they were even twenty years ago, it’s not anyone’s goal to give up their home and move to a nursing home. There are, however, simple steps you can take that might help you live in your own home well into old age.

First, your home must be safe. Clean out clutter and debris, so you aren’t in danger of falling. One broken hip can be a fast Read the rest of this entry »

Senior citizens are fragile individuals who require a lot of care and help to live healthy lives. In no particular order, these are the top ten causes of senior citizen deaths.

10. Natural causes – Dying of natural causes increases as people get older.
9. Driving – Poor vision and slow reflexes can lead to car accidents and possibly death.
8. Falls – Senior citizens are fragile individuals and have a hard time recovering from falls.
7. Diabetes – If not treated properly with medication and a good diet, it can cause death Read the rest of this entry »

Many people today are fortunate enough to live past sixty. The key to living a long life is to keep one’s self healthy. One of the most important things that people can do for their health is to see their doctor’s on a regular basis. Seeing a doctor on a regular basis not only detects common health problems, but can also help prevent them. That is why senior citizens should see their doctors at least once a Read the rest of this entry »

Seniors can often be susceptible to many illnesses. Doctors regularly check seniors to check for a variey of illnesses that are common.

They will check heart and lung function by listening to the chest. Congestion in the lungs can indicate a silent type of pneumonia that can be potentially life threatening, especially in senior citizens. Infections become more serious as we age, as antibody production lessens as we get older, making it more difficult to fight Read the rest of this entry »