Arthritis Awareness Month
May 31, 2024
Mountain Pacific
What is arthritis?
Arthritis is the swelling of one or more joints and describes more than 100 conditions.
Symptoms of arthritis include:
Pain
Aching
Stiffness
Swelling in or around the joints
The most common form of arthritis in the United States is osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease in which the tissues in the joint break down over time – most common in […]
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AMD and Low Vision Awareness Month
February 7, 2024
Mountain Pacific
Updated February 18, 2025
Vision loss is among the top ten causes of disability in the United States. Prevent Blindness America estimates the number of people who are blind or visually impaired will double by 2030 unless corrective actions are taken. While many factors can lead to loss of vision in America, the most common cause […]
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Winter Home Safety: Tips and Tricks to Prevent a Fall
January 12, 2024
Mountain Pacific
Making sure your home is safe means more than checking window locks and smoke detectors. When the weather gets cold, rainy or icy, a big part of home safety, especially for those 65 and older, is taking steps to prevent the risk for falls.
Falls are a leading cause of injury-related deaths among older adults. One […]
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