Brain Health

Should Your Parent Risk an Anesthesia Disaster or Forego Surgery?

Note: More is known now about the downfalls of surgery on older adults, yet some are still undergoing surgery that leaves them more damaged...

There is a lot of pressure on people to enjoy themselves during the holidays. The season is supposed to be merry and bright, but...

“My mom and dad both have dementia. I am all alone taking care of them since. I have no one to help me. I...

Be it ever so humble, there’s no place like home. For most of us, the feeling is less about how large or fancy a...

Sex and death: It’s odd that these two topics of conversation should bring so much anxiety to parents and children. One addresses the beginning...

Dear Carol: My 83-year-old parents are still doing well for their age but declining as would be expected. Since I live nearby, I’ll be...

Years ago, I stumbled upon a video that remains vivid in my mind. In it, an elderly couple who had spent a lifetime devoted...

People want to stay in their own homes. You hear it and read about it all the time. And there’s some merit to that....

November is a month of awareness and Egosan is eager to be part of these celebrations. So, let’s begin by letting you know what’s...

When it comes to caring for the elderly, hygiene issues are surprisingly common. Determining why their bathing habits have changed is the best way...