Linda Maxwell

3 weeks ago | ltcnews.com | Linda Maxwell

What starts as a missed blister could change your life—or your loved one's. If you have diabetes or you're caring for someone who does, you already know it's a complex condition. But what's often missed is the silent damage happening to your feet. A small sore that goes unnoticed can quickly spiral into a life-altering infection, a hospital stay, or even an amputation. And once that happens, the path often leads to long-term care—expensive, emotional, and hard on families.

4 weeks ago | ltcnews.com | Linda Maxwell

You've seen the signs in your mother—maybe a slower walk, a fall she didn't bounce back from, or the worry in her eyes when stepping off a curb. Now you're approaching menopause, and the concern hits closer to home. Maybe your doctor's mentioned bone density, or you've had that first scan yourself. It's personal. You're not just looking out for her anymore—you're starting to think about your own future, your own strength.

1 month ago | ltcnews.com | Linda Maxwell

A recent study published in Neurology found that cognitively healthy women in their 80s who experienced increasing daytime sleepiness over a five-year period were twice as likely to develop dementia compared to those with stable sleep patterns. Dr. Yue Leng of the University of California, San Francisco, led the study, which included 733 women with an average age of 82.5 years.

1 month ago | ltcnews.com | Linda Maxwell

Every step you take depends on your feet. But as you age, your feet change. You might notice pain, swelling, or trouble finding comfortable shoes. What you may not realize is that poor foot health can put you at serious risk. Falls, loss of mobility, and chronic pain often start from the ground up. Nearly 36 million falls occur annually among older adults in the U.S., leading to over 32,000 deaths. Poor foot health is a major contributor.

1 month ago | ltcnews.com | Linda Maxwell

Measles was once considered eliminated in the United States, but cases are rising again. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported an uptick in outbreaks in 2024, with most cases linked to unvaccinated individuals and international travel. For adults over 45, the risk may seem low, but there are factors to consider:Weakened Immunity: Immunity can wane over time, especially if you only received one dose of the vaccine in childhood.