By Patty Marsters pattym@lwsb.com When a senior suddenly starts acting confused or disoriented, it’s often mistaken for a sign of dementia or Alzheimer’s. These conditions rarely take hold suddenly, but rather start much more subtly. Instead, it’s likely a symptom of something easier to treat: dehydration. A UCLA study found that 40 percent of seniors may be chronically underhydrated,

The novel coronavirus discovered in 2019 (COVID-19) is primarily transmitted by respiratory droplets generated when people cough, sneeze, sing, talk or breathe. This is why the CDC recommends community use of non-valved, multilayer cloth masks to reduce the emission of virus-laden droplets. It’s especially relevant for asymptomatic or presymptomatic infected wearers who feel well and may be unaware

By CJ Blomquist OptumCare With the holidays just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to break out the recipe books. If you’re looking for something new to add to your table this year, join Chef Pablo on Dec. 3 for a special virtual cooking class. “Chef Pablo has been here in Leisure World a few times, and he has always been popular,” said Grecia Nunez, the senior ambassador at

Though Leisure World Seal Beach has remained largely COVID-free, there’s a good chance many residents know someone who was affected by the virus. Social distancing measures have prevented people from helping sick friends and family, but experts say people need to be more supportive during the pandemic. “If you know someone who has become ill with COVID-19, do not to judge or blame them,”