Health & Wellness
Savvy Senior: How to Reduce Your Medical Bills
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- Written by Jim Miller Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior,
What tips do you recommend to Medicare beneficiaries dealing with hefty medical bills? My husband recently had open heart surgery and is recovering slowly, but the medical bills are coming in fast and furious, and they’re putting us in medical debt.
– Struggling in Springfield
Know Your Kidneys: How to Prevent and Manage Kidney Disease
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You may not think much about your kidneys unless there’s a problem, but they play a vital role in your health.
Keto Molecule Offers Clue for Preventing Colorectal Cancer
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- Written by Sharon Reynolds Sharon Reynolds
Your diet and your colon have an intimate relationship. Molecules broken down from food and drink continuously bathe the cells that line the intestines.
Should People Over Age 75 Be Screened for Colorectal Cancer?
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- Written by Elia Ben-Ari Elia Ben-Ari
Since the untimely death of 43-year-old Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman in 2020, the rapid rise in the rate of colorectal cancer among younger adults has been in the news. This increase played a key role in a revised recommendation by an independent U.S. advisory panel to start screening for colorectal cancer at age 45 instead of 50.
Bouncing Back from Winter Injury
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- Written by Nikki Puzzo and Joanne DiCamillo Nikki Puzzo and Joanne DiCamillo
Cooler weather gets people excited to decorate their houses for the holidays, go on walks or bike rides, or even prep to ski, snowboard, or take the grandkids sledding. But, the upcoming winter can be a dangerous time amid icy walkways and stiff joints.
Jay Leno Accident Spotlights Importance of Burn Awareness
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- Written by Nancy J. Schaaf, RN Nancy J. Schaaf, RN
You probably are aware that comedian Jay Leno, an avid car collector and host of the show Jay Leno’s Garage, suffered burns on his face, hands, and chest in November.
Do Away with Dirty Soles
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- Written by Nancy J. Schaaf, RN Nancy J. Schaaf, RN
Mention air pollution, and most people, including me, think only of outdoor air quality. We rarely question the quality of air in our homes, but we should.
Savvy Senior: How Leg Pains Could Be an Early Sign of Heart Attack or Stroke
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- Written by Jim Miller Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior,
I started a walking program a few months ago to help me lose weight, but I’ve been having problems with my legs and hips hurting during my walk, although they feel better once I stop.
The Healthy Geezer: Take Balance Issues Seriously
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- Written by Fred Cicetti Fred Cicetti
Q. I’m 79, and I’ve taken a couple of spills in the last few months. I’m concerned that I might not be as steady on my feet as I used to be. What should I do about this?