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Vaccines Aren’t Just for Children
The weather is turning chilly, and that means that flu and cold season is upon us. The best way for older adults to protect themselves from respiratory illness is with vaccines. Vaccines recommended this season include flu, Covid-19 and respiratory syncytial virus...
Pre-Planning Takes the Panic Out of an Emergency
Five tips for efficient emergency planning for yourself, a loved one or caregiver. Learn how to ensure that you will get the care you need in a medical emergency.
3 Quick Facts About Medical Bills
Nearly one in four Americans have medical debt, according to a recent survey by Lending Tree. Being armed with facts and information can help you avoid unnecessary medical debt and help you navigate medical bills. Here are three important facts for you to know: 90...
New Drugs in the Alzheimer’s Arsenal
Until very recently, those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease had very few treatment options. While the disease is progressive and there is still no cure, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently granted approval to two new medications that, for the first time,...
Cancer Genetic Testing: What You Need to Know to Save Your Life
Many people feel that cancer tends to run in the family, but they may not be aware of how real the risk of inherited cancer is for them. Cancer is still one of the leading causes of death in the United States, and up to 10 percent of cancers are linked to an inherited...
Polypharmacy: Too Many Medications Can be Bad for Your Health
Have you heard of polypharmacy? More importantly, do you know what it is and how – not to mention why - to avoid it? Polypharmacy can lead to overprescribing which can lead to poor quality of life and even death. “Of Americans 65 and older, two-thirds take at least...