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About Jason Tweed

Jason Tweed is Editor-In-Chief at Alive65.com, and a Senior Partner at Mediastead LLC, the publisher of Alive65. Tweed has more than 15 years experience as a management consultant with home health care companies and others whom serve American seniors.

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Senior Health in the Winter Months

October 19, 2016 By Jason Tweed

October 19, 2016 By: Jason Tweed (Edit)

The cold weather is among us and it is especially important for seniors to plan and prepare for the winter months ahead. Some typical hazards that can happen in the winter months include falling on the ice and catching a cold or the influenza virus. Using common sense and being cautious can help prevent these […]

Filed Under: Safety and Security, Top Stories Tagged With: exercise, fall prevention, flu, nutrition, travel safety, winter health

What is Diabetes?

April 13, 2016 By Jason Tweed

April 13, 2016 By: Jason Tweed (Edit)

Diabetes mellitus refers to having excess glucose (blood sugar) in your blood stream. While glucose is important, it acts as fuel for your muscles, tissues, and your brain, too much glucose can lead to serious health issues. High blood sugar is the result of your body not properly processing glucose. Diabetes is a generic term for […]

Filed Under: diabetes, Disease, Top Stories Tagged With: diabetes

The Benefits of Pet Companionship for Seniors

March 30, 2016 By Jason Tweed

March 30, 2016 By: Jason Tweed (Edit)

Using animals to offset emotional and physical problems and to improve quality of life is known as animal-assisted therapy or pet therapy.  Pet therapy is especially helpful for seniors who as a group commonly experience loneliness, depression, and various health issues. “We know from studies that interacting with pets can have a direct influence on […]

Filed Under: Animal Companionship, Healthy Living, Top Stories Tagged With: animal companionship, animal-assisted therapy, pet therapy, pets

Could it be Alzheimer’s?

November 11, 2015 By Jason Tweed

November 11, 2015 By: Jason Tweed (Edit)

Forgetfulness can be a normal part of aging, but how can you tell when it’s more than just a “senior moment”?  One in eight people 65 and older have Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s causes nerve cell death and tissue loss throughout the brain. As the disease progresses, brain tissue shrinks and areas containing cerebrospinal fluid become […]

Filed Under: Alzheimer's, Disease, Preventive Healthcare, Top Stories Tagged With: alzheimer's, alzheimer's disease, dementia, memory loss

5 Tips to Improve Memory and Mental Performance

October 16, 2015 By Jason Tweed

October 16, 2015 By: Jason Tweed (Edit)

Five tips to keep your brain healthy, improve memory and mental performance. People over 65 can benefit greatly from daily exercise and quality sleep.

Filed Under: Healthy Living, Mental Fitness, Top Stories Tagged With: AARP, brain games, exercise, mental health, sleep

Flu Vaccine Facts for Seniors

October 14, 2015 By Jason Tweed

October 14, 2015 By: Jason Tweed (Edit)

Aches, pains, fever, stuffy nose and fatigue are symptoms with which we are all familiar. Flu season is coming. After the age of 65, you aren’t more susceptible to flu, contrary to popular opinion.  You are, however, far more likely to experience complications. Tens of thousands of seniors are hospitalized and influenza is the trigger. […]

Filed Under: influenza, Top Stories Tagged With: flu, Medicare, vaccination

Welcome to Alive65

October 5, 2015 By Jason Tweed

October 5, 2015 By: Jason Tweed (Edit)

Every year millions reach traditional retirement age.  However, thanks to advancements in medicine, education, and society as a whole, retirement age is just the beginning of the most enjoyable time of life. It’s in this spirit that we created Alive65, Health and Wellness for Seniors. Here’s to your health… As we age often the determining […]

Filed Under: Featured, Press, Site News, Top Stories Tagged With: Alive65

Four Types of Hearing Loss

July 22, 2015 By Jason Tweed

July 22, 2015 By: Jason Tweed (Edit)

Hearing loss certainly isn’t uncommon, but understanding the different types of hearing loss is important. The way hearing loss presents itself can be an indicator of the cause as well as the likelihood of restoring hearing.  Four ways hearing loss can occur: Trouble hearing conversations in a noisy environment Feeling of fullness in your ears […]

Filed Under: Disability, hearing loss, Top Stories Tagged With: gradual hearing loss, hearing loss, heart disease, kidney disease, Ménière's disease, senior hearing loss, sudden hearing loss

Seniors and Self Driving Cars

July 15, 2015 By Jason Tweed

July 15, 2015 By: Jason Tweed (Edit)

If you’re 65 years old this year, you witnessed nearly the complete evolution of the automobile in the United States. In the 1950’s automobiles became affordable for the average family and a number of vehicles grew exponentially. Safety advancements have included windshield safety glass, seat-belts, crush zones and airbags. Today’s automobiles are remarkably safe. Vehicles […]

Filed Under: Safety and Security, self driving cars, Technology, Top Stories Tagged With: driving, safe driving, self driven cars, self driving car, seniors driving

Advance Health Care Directives

July 1, 2015 By Jason Tweed

July 1, 2015 By: Jason Tweed (Edit)

What is an Advance Health Care Directive?  Simply put, and Advance Health Care Directive (also known as a living will) is a legally binding document to ensure that your end-of-life wishes are followed.  In the event that you become incapacitated and are unable to make medical decisions for yourself, your living will becomes your voice. […]

Filed Under: Advance Health Care Directives, Legal, Top Stories Tagged With: advance health care directives, end of life care, living will

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