In the long and winding timeline of medical history, only recently has the importance of mental health been fully acknowledged. Possessing strong mental health is more than just doing what makes a person feel good. Mental health is achieved through a system of regular maintenance allowing individuals to meet their emotional needs while respecting their … Read More
Since March, every decision we make at EdenHIll Communities involves a conversation about COVID-19. It seems like each week new symptoms and long-term effects are added to the list. We are dedicated to bringing you updates; from sources we trust. The following information comes from the CDC, and references this article from AARP. The New … Read More
If there’s one thing Texans know about, it’s the heat of the summer. Growing up, the saying you could fry an egg on the sidewalk was more than words – it was a neighborhood competition. While we are well acquainted with triple-digit temperatures, we don’t always take sun safety seriously. Experts tell us that COVID-19 … Read More
Test your knowledge by answering the questions in blue. Answer key below. Like many others, I now truly grasp the concept of being stir-crazy. I find myself practically running at the chance to drive somewhere, anywhere! Heck, sometimes I just get in my car and cruise around the block a few times to get out … Read More
Comal County continues to see an increase in COVID-19 cases. The city of New Braunfels has officially put a mask order in place to combat the virus. Within the past week, Austin and San Antonio were both listed in the top five U.S. hotspots for COVID-19 cases. All of this information impacts what we do … Read More
The month of May is Older Americans Month. Today also marks a national celebration of Senior health and fitness. We have turned to Angie Thompson, our Professional Fitness Specialist, for some advice. Today, we discuss the bridge pose and its benefits. WHAT IS THE BRIDGE POSE? The bridge pose is an exercise that stretches the … Read More
A recent scientific report elevates social isolation and loneliness to the level of health problems, associating them with a significantly increased risk for early death from all causes. Of course, social isolation and loneliness can become more common with age. And the arrival of the novel coronavirus will almost certainly make the problem worse. Public officials … Read More
With social distancing and self-isolation increasingly becoming the norm (and, in many cases, a government mandate) during the coronavirus pandemic, a lot of Americans are actively avoiding the crowds at Costco and the grocery store in favor of shopping online. But the packages you order on the Internet aren’t exactly sterile. They’ve each likely been … Read More
A simple blood test might soon be all that’s needed to confirm Alzheimer’s disease and frontotemporal dementia. University of California scientists recently analyzed the blood test administered to more than 300 patients. Their conclusion: Such a test may be available in less than half a decade. “This test could eventually be deployed in a primary … Read More
Each March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics celebrates National Nutrition Month®. As part of their campaign, they invite the public to focus on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits. National Nutrition Month 2020 is themed “Eat Right, Bite by Bite” and the overall message is that quality nutrition … Read More