Health & Wellness
Cataract Surgery Linked with Lessened Dementia Risk
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Cataracts affect most older adults at risk for dementia, and now researchers are finding strong evidence that cataract surgery is associated with a lower risk of developing dementia.
‘A Community in Itself’: The Lancaster Senior Games Returns
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- Written by Megan Joyce Megan Joyce
They hadn’t all been together since 2019.
The Heimlich Maneuver Saves Lives
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- Written by Nancy J. Schaaf, RN Nancy J. Schaaf, RN
If you see someone clutching their throat, coughing, gagging, or wheezing, would you know what to do?
Managing Complications of Lupus
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Many people may recognize the term “lupus” and think of it as an autoimmune disease that can cause joint pain and swelling, but you may not be aware lupus affects an estimated 1.5 million Americans and can affect many parts of the body.
Debunking Common Misconceptions about Gout
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When many people think of gout, they often picture swelling and pain in the big toe.
17 Million U.S. Seniors with Hearing Loss Don’t Use Hearing Aids
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- Written by 50plus LIFE 50plus LIFE
Millions of American adults could benefit from using hearing aids. Yet, fewer than 1 in 3 adults over 60 with hearing loss uses them.
Understanding Aphasia: Bruce Willis Diagnosis Puts Disorder in Spotlight
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The recent announcement by Bruce Willis’ family that the actor has been diagnosed with aphasia has brought attention to the language disorder, which is relatively common but not well known by the general public.
Savvy Senior: How to Recognize a Mini-Stroke
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- Written by Jim Miller Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior,
How can a person know if they’ve had a minor stroke? My mother had a spell a few weeks ago where she suddenly felt dizzy for no apparent reason and had trouble walking and speaking, but it went away, and she seems fine now.
– Concerned Son
5 Things Retirees Will Wish They Had Known Sooner
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- Written by Patti and Milledge Hart Patti and Milledge Hart
Many people planning for retirement anticipate those post-working years eagerly, ready to veg out after a life of toil. Others plan with greater anxiety, unsure whether they even have an identity without their jobs.