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November 20, 2023 — As you gather around the festive tables this holiday season, share more than heartwarming stories and cherished recipes. Seize this unique opportunity to share family health history. It’s a conversation that can improve the lives of your loved ones and yourself. Family history might be one of the strongest determiners of risk for developing heart... Read More
October 15, 2023 — Most people think of Halloween when October rolls around, but smart seniors know that it’s also the month when Medicare Open Enrollment starts. From Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, individuals using Medicare can make changes to their plans, ensuring the benefits in the next year fit their ongoing healthcare needs. Open enrollment can seem overwhelming.... Read More
October 6, 2023 — Chew on this: Caring for your teeth and gums translates into more than just a pretty smile. It’s also important for your overall health. Problems with your teeth and gums can often lead to or indicate other health issues, including heart disease and stroke. That’s why good dental hygiene is important. October is the perfect... Read More
September 18, 2023 — Since it’s National Cholesterol Education Month, let’s find out how much you know about cholesterol. True or False: All cholesterol is bad for you. True or False: You can feel it when you have high cholesterol. True or False: Eating food with a lot of cholesterol will automatically make your cholesterol levels go up. True... Read More
September 4, 2023 — It wasn’t too long ago that the mantra of physical fitness was “No pain, no gain.” Thankfully, we’ve realized that forcing your body to endure pain can actually mean you are overtraining and risking injury, like a torn ligament. Still, there are good kinds of pain; the key is knowing the difference between what pain... Read More
August 3, 2023 — Do you remember when you had your last eye exam? If not, August is National Eye Exam Month so it’s the perfect time to schedule your next appointment. Eye health is a crucial, but often overlooked, part of overall health. There are lots of easy steps you can take to help keep your eyes healthy... Read More
June 23, 2023 — When you think of cancer, what’s your first thought? Is it of pink ribbons and women survivors? That makes sense: The most common type of cancer is breast cancer. But, men actually have higher rates of getting and dying from cancer than women. Over 1 million new cancer cases are expected in men in 2023.... Read More
May 31, 2023 — Last week was the National Veterans Golden Age Games (NVGAC), an annual event sponsored by the Veterans Canteen Service at the Department of Veterans Affairs. The NGVAC is an opportunity for veterans to participate in a wide range of sporting activities and to qualify for the National Senior Games. In 2022, nearly 400 athletes from... Read More
May 23, 2023 — Over 4 million nurses in the United States provide tremendous care for those who need it. Nurses are particularly important in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) where care is often complex and an individual’s health status may change quickly. To celebrate Nurses Month, here are 10 facts about skilled nursing facilities. Outside of a hospital, SNFs... Read More
April 30, 2023 — Ahhh…beautiful spring arrives with all of the flowers and trees blooming. And you get a stuffy nose and start sneezing. The odds are you suffer from allergies. But are you aware there are several types of allergies? In anticipation of May’s National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, take some time to learn what allergies are... Read More
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