Providence Optimal Aging Team

  • You're never too old to get moving!

    You're never too old to get moving!

    If you’re 65 or older, regular exercise can do more than just keep you fit. It can also lower your risk for heart disease, osteoarthritis and falls.

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  • Your guide to MyChart proxy access for continued high quality care

    Your guide to MyChart proxy access for continued high quality care

    With MyChart proxy access you can designate a trusted decision maker to ensure your health care remains seamless as you age.

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  • The challenges of aging in place

    The challenges of aging in place

    Aging at home can be challenging. Find out how you can overcome home health care obstacles by planning ahead.

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  • How you can stay at home as you age

    How you can stay at home as you age

    “Aging in place” means staying at your home as you grow older. Learn how to stay healthy as you age and how you can plan for staying at home.

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  • Prevent glaucoma through regular eye exams

    Prevent glaucoma through regular eye exams

    Explore evidence-based strategies for glaucoma prevention, debunk common myths, and discover the truth about glaucoma care from the doctors at Providence.

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  • Memory loss could be a sign of dementia

    Memory loss could be a sign of dementia

    Memory loss can be just a normal part of aging, or it can be indicative of a larger problem with dementia. Here’s how to tell the difference.

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  • New research brings hope for detecting and preventing Alzheimer’s disease

    New research brings hope for detecting and preventing Alzheimer’s disease

    A new blood test to detect Alzheimer’s disease is on the horizon, and recent research shows how you can lower your risk for the disease.

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  • How to create a healthy bucket list for retirement

    How to create a healthy bucket list for retirement

    Changes that come with retirement and aging can impact mental wellness. Learn how to set goals that help you stay more motivated, engaged and happy.

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  • Learn the best ways to embrace healthy aging

    Learn the best ways to embrace healthy aging

    Are you 65 or older? You could be taking steps now to improve your physical and mental health and amp up your nutrition.

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  • Common myths about alcohol and aging

    Common myths about alcohol and aging

    Is red wine healthy? Can you drink more as you get older? We’ve debunked a few common myths about alcohol and what you should know as you age.

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  • Does having a hysterectomy make you age faster?

    Does having a hysterectomy make you age faster?

    Hysterectomies are common and often associated with menopause, but they can increase aging and risks for age-related conditions. Learn more.

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  • PREVENTION Trial studies impact of lifestyle changes on Alzheimer’s risk

    PREVENTION Trial studies impact of lifestyle changes on Alzheimer’s risk

    The PREVENTION Trial at Providence looks at the effects of healthy lifestyle changes combined with brain exercises to prevent Alzheimer’s disease. Learn more.

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  • Don't let your eyes deceive you: Schedule your vision screening today

    Don't let your eyes deceive you: Schedule your vision screening today

    Your eyes and vision change as you age. Learn more about how the Providence team of eye specialists can help protect your eye health and sight with regular exams.

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  • Coping with Diverticulitis

    Coping with Diverticulitis

    Learn about diverticular disease and how colorectal surgery from Providence helped one diverticulitis patient eliminate the pain she'd lived with for months.

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  • How better indoor air quality leads to a better quality of life

    How better indoor air quality leads to a better quality of life

    Learn what causes poor indoor air quality and why it’s especially harmful to health as we age. Find out how to combat pollutants using three easy tips.

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  • How to be on the lookout for basal cell carcinoma

    How to be on the lookout for basal cell carcinoma

    Basal cell carcinoma most often appears in older adults. Learn about risk factors, skin exams and what to look for.

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  • Feeling colder as you get older? Here are some reasons why

    Feeling colder as you get older? Here are some reasons why

    Feeling cold is a normal part of aging, but when is it a sign of a serious health problem? Learn which conditions can give you a chill.

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  • Four strategies for managing your medications

    Four strategies for managing your medications

    Keeping multiple medications straight and getting their dosage and timing just right isn’t always easy.

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  • Finding a health care provider for seniors

    Finding a health care provider for seniors

    If you are an older person who is in the market for a new provider, how do you know what to look for? We give you some important things to keep in mind.

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  • Know the pros and cons of common osteoporosis medications

    Know the pros and cons of common osteoporosis medications

    Should you take bisphosphonates, denosumab or hormone therapy? Find out which osteoporosis medication is right for you.

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