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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 13, 2025

5 min

How to Clean an Elderly Nose? A Gentle and Safe Guide for Caregivers

As people age, their nasal mucosa can become drier and produce thicker mucus, making effective nasal hygiene more challenging. Learning **how to clean an elderly nose** with gentle, safe, and effective methods is essential for improving their comfort, breathing, and preventing potential infections.

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Oct 8, 2025

4 min

Do Nasal Passages Narrow with Age? Separating Myth from Reality

According to a study on rhinitis in the older population, a common complaint among older adults is a chronic sense of nasal obstruction. But is this because the physical passages are actually shrinking? The question, **do nasal passages narrow with age**, has a nuanced answer that involves several interconnected physiological changes.

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