by Tripper Sharp | Apr 12, 2022 | Coronavirus, COVID-19, Medical Conditions
Coronavirus & Seniors Seniors should take precautions, but shouldn’t panic Coronavirus has been front page news for a while and has now started to spread in the U.S. Even though it’s a serious situation, it’s important not to panic. But it’s equally important to...
by Tripper Sharp | Apr 7, 2022 | Medical Conditions
Senior man getting flu shot A flu shot prevents severe illness in seniors Flu season is here again. And unfortunately, older adults are one of the highest risk groups for flu. But getting a flu shot will significantly reduce the chance that they’ll get sick. And if...
by Tripper Sharp | Apr 4, 2022 | Common Aging Conditions, Medical Conditions
Elderly man and woman walking on beach Don’t ignore a shuffling walk in seniors You might notice that your older adult shuffles or drags their feet when they walk. And even if you constantly remind them, they’re still not picking up their feet when walking. In...
by Tripper Sharp | Mar 29, 2022 | Geriatrician|Geriatric Doctor, Medical Conditions
Geriatric doctor talking to elderly patient Seniors with complex health needs can benefit from a specialist. Many older adults have multiple chronic health conditions. Treatments for one issue can easily affect other aspects of their health and worsen their overall...
