HEALTH AND WELLNESS
"I would like to arrange a simple cremation that doesn’t cost me, or my family, a lot of money"
BY JIM MILLER | October 27, 2024 at 12:43 p.m.
Roctogenarians: Late-in-Life Triumphs
Mo Rocca has trained his focus on recognizing the great work of older adults who make incredible contributions late in life
How to Find a Cheaper Medicare Prescription Drug Plan
"My Part D premium is increasing again in 2025, so I would like to use the fall open enrollment to find and sign up for a cheaper plan"
Adopting Diets Tailored to Your Body and Age
Older adults need plenty of nutrients but fewer calories, so make every bite count
Medicare Open Enrollment
Medicare’s Open Enrollment period is October 15 to December 7
Women urged to screen for breast cancer at earlier age
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Do You Have an Emergency Digital Access Plan?
Even people who think that they have a small digital footprint are astonished at the actual number of online accounts they have accumulated
New Weight Medications are Game-Changers but no Magic Bullet
Rapidly losing large amounts of weight may not be safe for some older adults
How to Assess What You Need in a Walker
Here are some tips that can help you choose the appropriate walker to fit your needs
Pumpkins Pack Plenty of Health Benefits
Among dietitians, pumpkin is known as a “superfood”
If You’re 65 or Older, It’s Time to Get Your Pneumonia Shot
Each year, pneumonia causes a whopping 1.5 million people to visit medical emergency departments in the U.S. and causes roughly 50,000 deaths
What Are the Early Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes?
"I’m 60 years old, and in pretty good shape, but was just diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. What did I miss?"
COVID-19 Vaccination Recommendations for Older Adults
A new, updated coronavirus vaccine is now available
Medical Minutes
This month's Medical Minutes looks at at-home detection of heart failure, updates on wound care, wireless monitoring in the ER
