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Monday , January 25 , 2021

How Does “Long Covid” Affect Seniors?

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By now, we all know the signs and symptoms of COVID-19: fever, cough, and shortness of breath. But many people, especially seniors, are experiencing symptoms that aren’t typical – and those symptoms can last for quite some time. Here’s what you need to know about COVID-19 infections in older adults and what to expect in…

Monday , January 18 , 2021

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month – Here’s What You Need to Know

By Roger Hill

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January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, and at ComForCare, we're encouraging people to start the new year by getting a comprehensive eye exam. Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of vision loss and blindness in the United States, affecting about 3 million people. While anyone can get it, those most at risk include African Americans over…

Monday , January 11 , 2021

What Older Adults Need to Know About the Covid-19 Vaccine

By Roger Hill

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Older adults are among those most at risk of becoming seriously ill from COVID-19. That is why, now that vaccines against the virus are being distributed, seniors will be some of the first to receive them. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has recommended that people living in long-term care facilities, as well as those…