As baby boomers continue to age, the number of people 65 and older will reach almost 81 million by 2040, predicts the US Administration on Aging. That’s a soaring 44% increase from what it is now. Aside from creating a new demographic, this ‘silver tsunami’ of retirees is having a major impact on new products […]Read More
The Best Tech Tools to Help Seniors Age in Place In one recent study of 1,000 respondents aged 55 or older, 89% of participants said they wanted to age in place at home versus seeking traditional senior living homes. Yet, the same Today’s Homeowner study shows that only about 34% are confident they can afford […]Read More
For decades, discussions of mental health were best kept behind closed doors. However, as the world has evolved, so has healthcare, including the treatment and conversations surrounding behavioral and mental health. And thanks to new approaches to care, as well as passionate work from leaders in this ever-growing field, the lives of patients are changing […]Read More
Imagine sitting with a loved one who suddenly experiences a drooped smile, unintelligible speech and numbness down their arm, face, or leg. When this happens, calling 911 immediately is a must as these often indicate stroke symptoms — a terrifying condition where brain cells start to die in mere minutes. Luckily, if the call is made […]Read More
On any given day, a radiologist views hundreds of patient images — from X-rays to MRIs and everything in between. While a highly skilled radiologist can see most issues quickly, some conditions are harder to diagnose. Tired eyes might even miss potential stroke warning signs — a condition often seen in MRI imaging. Thanks to […]Read More
Flagler Health+ CAIR Center has extended its hours of operation to 24 hours a day, seven days a week, as it marks one year of operation, according to a media release. Flagler Health+ opened the CAIR (Crisis Assessment Intervention and Referral) Center in June of last year as a way to provide increased access to […]Read More
When Flagler Health+ and UF Health announced their “definitive” agreement to combine in May, it raised a lot of questions about the future of healthcare in St. Johns County. At a St. Johns Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Breakfast earlier this month, the leaders of the two health systems provided some answers. David Nelson, senior […]Read More
UF Health’s acquisition of Flagler Health+ is closer to completion with the announcement of a definitive agreement between the two health systems. Earlier this year, Flagler Health+ officials said they were exploring options to join with another “like-minded” health care system to enhance local services and expand access to care in the community. UF Health […]Read More
Pets are part of the family. And today, more pet owners will do all that they can to keep that ‘other’ family member as happy and healthy as possible. For the veterinary profession, new technologies, trends and treatments are continually being developed for a growing pet population. “There is a ‘human/animal bond’ between owners and […]Read More
Many agree that the recent pandemic helped refocus our hearts and minds on who and what matters most to us. As many people experienced tremendous isolation, loss or both, it is not surprising that pet ownership, and the use of pet care services, increased during the pandemic. Perhaps less noticeable has been the rise of […]Read More
