Health & Wellness
Bye-Bye, Back Pain
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- Written by Sandra Gordon Sandra Gordon
Count yourself lucky if you’ve never groaned about your back. Fact is, the majority of us — 80% — will deal with back pain at some point. It’s one of the most common reasons for a doctor visit.
Bill Would Include Medicare Coverage for Dental, Hearing, and Vision Care
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During a recent hearing on healthy aging, Sen. Bob Casey, ranking member of the Special Committee on Aging, highlighted his legislation, the Medicare and Medicaid Dental, Vision, and Hearing Benefit Act, which would ensure that Medicare includes dental, vision, and hearing services in their basic coverage.
Research Uncovers 5 New Risk Genes for Alzheimer’s
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Earlier this year, analysis of genetic data from more than 94,000 individuals revealed five new risk genes for Alzheimer’s disease and confirmed 20 known others.
Urinary Leakage a Treatable Symptom of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
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- Written by Justin and Kourtney Randsdorp Justin and Kourtney Randsdorp
If you are over the age of 50, it’s very likely that either you or someone you know is suffering from urinary leakage, a common symptom of pelvic floor dysfunction.
Social Security News: Social Security Announces 1.6% Benefit Increase for 2020
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- Written by John Johnston John Johnston
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income benefits for nearly 69 million Americans will increase 1.6% in 2020, the Social Security Administration announced recently.
ADA-Approved Foods for Type 2 Diabetes Prevention
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The typical American diet leaves a lot to be desired. It’s heavy on calories, saturated fats, added sugars, fatty meats, baked goods, and highly processed grains.
5 Unexpected Rewards of Becoming a Caregiver
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- Written by George Shannon George Shannon
It’s true, the life of a caregiver can be demanding, difficult, and daunting. I spent seven years of my life in that role, keeping an eye on my wife’s every move.
Savvy Senior: The Long-Term Care Benefit Many Veterans Are Missing Out On
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- Written by Jim Miller Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior,
I have heard that the VA has a benefit that can help veterans and spouses with long-term care costs. We recently had to move my 86-year-old father — who served in the Army nearly 60 years ago — into an assisted living facility, and my mom isn’t far behind. Can the VA help?
– Seeking Aid
COVER STORY: Services Address Wandering in Those with Memory Impairment
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- Written by Megan Joyce Megan Joyce
For caregivers of people with memory issues, keeping their loved one in a safe space — whether it’s their home or a care facility — is vital to the person’s well-being. But the reality is that 6 in 10 people with dementia will wander away from that safe space at least once.