David Laschinger Each month the Living Well committee invites experts in their field to talk with Robson residents about various health topics. The June 6 program was for Gentlemen Only, Ladies Forbidden (GOLF). Before the guest professionals teed off, the 34 men in attendance were briefed on the Living Well website. This included tips, proper…
Tracy Cook, NP-C Everywhere we look today we see ads, articles and commercials talking about Stem Cell Therapy and Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) being used in the medical field. How can the average consumer separate fact from hype? Is one better than the other? Both therapies have unique and remarkable qualities. So, what are the…
David Laschinger Have you ever dreamed of being on the platform to accept a medal after winning an Olympic match? If you have ever had that honor, congratulations! Age has put it out of the reach for us now…or has it? Maybe not. On August 1, the Living Well Committee will kick off the…
Tracy Cook, NP-C Last month we talked about foods that cause inflammation and this month we will discuss the top ten foods to eat that help with inflammation. Remember to add to your daily diet if inflammation to joints, heart disease or weight are a problem for you. Berries: Berries contain a class of antioxidants called…
Shelbi Berg, Activities Director Thank you for attending the 14th annual Robson Ranch Living Well Health Fair. There were almost 600 residents that attended this event. We hope that you were able to visit all 100 vendors between the Clubhouse and Sports Club gym that took their time to be with us at the…
Elaine Kushmaul On February 7 Living Well at Robson Ranch started its series of Health Seminars for 2018. The subject was pain management of the back and neck through non-surgical treatments. Over 60 residents filled the room to hear Dr. Jennifer Zahn lecture. Dr. Zahn has a broad background of study and practice including…
Mary L. Sherwood, Family Nurse Practitioner Moderate physical activity is good for people of all ages and ability levels. The benefits of older active adults who exercise regularly far outweigh the risks. Even elderly people with chronic illnesses can exercise safely. Studies have shown that many medical conditions are improved with exercise, including Alzheimer’s…
Angela K. Daniels, RD, LDN (registered dietitian) It is late in the evening with no time to cook and you have not eaten supper. As you gaze at your leftovers in the refrigerator, you wonder if they are still okay to eat. Your concern of getting a foodborne illness is warranted as far too…
Tracy Cook, NP-C February is Heart Health Awareness Month and Living Well Committee here at Robson Ranch sponsors a monthly blood pressure check the first Thursday of each month. High blood pressure can affect anyone. What causes high blood pressure? Your genes, your weight, your physical activity or the stress in your life. When…
Tracy Cook, Nurse Practitioner Did you know that coronary heart disease is the nation’s single leading cause of death for both men and women? Fifty percent of sudden cardiac death victims and 80% of stroke victims have NO symptoms. That is pretty scary to think about. But wait, you say I live at Robson…