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For Seniors: You Can Beat the Heat

For Seniors: You Can Beat the Heat

After age 65, your body can't adjust to changes in air temperature -- especially heat -- as quickly as it did when you were younger. That puts you at risk for heat-related illnesses.

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Your Complete Guide to Being Well and Staying Healthy
Few things are as important as your health and the health of your family. As the region's leader in health care, Samaritan Health Services prides itself on ensuring that you have the information needed to make well informed decisions. That is why we provide a comprehensive on-line Health and Wellness Resource where you can find a wealth of health information. Just follow the links below where you will find topical and timely information on just about any health topic!
Today's Health News
Gender Plays Role in Kidney Transplant Outcomes

Increased rate of graft failure when male organs donated to females, study finds


Health Tip: Have a Safe Fourth of July

Keep kids away from fireworks



On Independence Day, Think Fireworks Safety First

Experts say leave the July 4 celebrations to the pros

Health Tip of the Day

Do Something Different

Try these ideas when you need a fresh start:

  • Go for a walk. If the weather is rainy, do your walking at the local mall.

  • Plan mini-vacations, such as a weekend or day trip. To break up a routine that's become monotonous, you need new things to look forward to.

  • Invite company over.

  • Create separate space: Mom's night out. Dad's afternoon out. An outing with friends for the kids.