_ Heart Health No More Excuses: Tips for Having a Healthy Heart By Sondra Forsyth article February is American Heart Month, making it a great time to pause and consider what we are doing for our … Read More→
_ Hypothermia and Older Adults: Tips for Staying Safe in Cold Weather By Jane Farrell article WinterΓÇÖs frigid temperatures bring some particular risks for older adults and people with chronic conditions. Older adults can lose body … Read More→
_ Women's Health and Wellness Rejuvenating Your Breasts: Is Restorative Surgery Right for You? By Sondra Forsyth article Pregnancy and breastfeeding take a toll on women’s breasts. So does extreme weight gain and loss, smoking, aging, and excessive … Read More→
_ Men's Health Bicycling Doesn't Affect Men's Sexual Function By Jane Farrell article Cycling doesnΓÇÖt appear to negatively affect menΓÇÖs sexual or urinary function, according to new research. This latest study is contrary … Read More→
_ Mental & Emotional Health Older Adults with Metabolic Syndrome May Be More Resistant to Depression Treatments By Sondra Forsyth article Researchers suspect that having Metabolic Syndrome makes it harder for older adults to respond to therapies for depression. (Metabolic Syndrome … Read More→
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_ Medical Care What Should I Ask My Doctor During My Checkup? By Jane Farrell article EditorΓÇÖs note: A visit to the doctor can be an intimidating and at times overwhelming experience, so it might be … Read More→
_ Money Matters Top 5 Considerations for Retirees Purchasing Travel Insurance By Sondra Forsyth article ΓÇ£While travel can be complicated at any age, retirees are faced with additional considerations, especially when it comes to medical … Read More→
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_ Medical Care Geriatric Emergency-Room Program Reduces Unnecessary Hospital Admissions By Jane Farrell article An emergency-room program focused on geriatric┬ápatients has sharply┬áreduced unnecessary hospital admissions of older adults, according to a new study. The … Read More→
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_ Money Matters Pre-Retirees and Retirees Can Beat Inflation and Reduce Risk by Splitting Savings By Sondra Forsyth article Financial planners agree that pre-retirees and retirees need investment growth to beat inflation. But while equities have outperformed fixed options … Read More→
_ Caregiving Are Couples Who Choose to Live Apart Tested When Partners Require Caregiving? By Sondra Forsyth article Previous research has shown that unmarried adults are choosing long-distance or cross-residential relationships as a way to have companionship and … Read More→