Depression and Mental Health Amongst Seniors

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]By Susan Shields, PA-C According to World Health Organization (WHO) reports, approximately 15 percent of adults aged 60 and older suffer from a mental disorder.  The most common mental and neurological disorders in this age group are dementia and depression.  Mental health problems are under-identified by health-care professionals and older people themselves, and the stigma … Read more

Are you Getting the Care you Deserve?

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]By Nancy Weaver Are you getting the care you deserve? This time of year, thousands of Southern Nevada’s seniors are mulling their options for their healthcare in 2020. Should they stay with traditional Medicare? Add a Medicare supplement plan? Will Medicare Advantage give you better coverage? Do you need to pay more to get better … Read more

Low Income Clark County Seniors Benefit from P3 Paper Goods Drive

P3 Nevada- Paper Goods Drive

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Low Income Clark County Seniors Benefit from P3 Paper Goods Drive By Regina Vaccari P3 Health Partners Nevada Medical Group has a passion for serving seniors. That’s why this fall we’re teaming up with Helping Hands of Vegas Valley to help meet the needs of underserved seniors in our community. Did you know that 15 … Read more

Better Sleep Tips

The Importance of Sleep- Sleep Test

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]By Karisa Son, NP-C Sleep plays a vital role in learning, forming memories, resting the body, repairing tissues and cells, and supporting the immune system. Lack of sleep can affect the brain, contributing to lack of focus, memory problems, increased irritability, depression, or anxiety. Sleep deprivation can also be detrimental to physical health by increasing risk … Read more

Substance Abuse in the Aging Population

Substance Abuse in Aging Population

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]By Hilary Long, PA-C There is a good chance that you know someone that is struggling with substance abuse. In 2014, 21.5 million American adults battled a substance abuse disorder. Alcohol accounted for 80% of these with 7 million struggling with drug use. One in eight people struggle with alcohol and drug use combined. Almost 8 … Read more

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