Health & Wellness
The Healthy Geezer: On the Subject of Colons
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- Written by Fred Cicetti Fred Cicetti
Q. When seniors gather, it doesn’t seem to take long before we get to our aches and pains. You must get more than your share of that.
Free Virtual Walking Program Offered Statewide
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Anyone interested in developing healthy habits and increasing stamina can take part in a free Penn State Extension virtual walking program called “Everybody Walk Across Pennsylvania.”
Irish Ancestry? Learn About a Rare Genetic Disease that May Impact You
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In 1982, Rosaline’s Aunt Polly passed away at age 58 from a rare disease called hereditary ATTR (hATTR) amyloidosis after enduring years of debilitating and progressive symptoms.
Dear Pharmacist: 3 Surprising Perks of Chewing Gum
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- Written by Suzy Cohen Suzy Cohen
I may be your favorite pharmacist, but I have a silly sense of humor, so today we’ll dive into the world of chewing gum and how it might be helpful for concentration. Weird, I know!
Anti-Diabetes Drugs May Reduce Risk of Colorectal Cancer
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- Written by Sharon Reynolds Sharon Reynolds
People with obesity are at increased risk for many chronic health problems. These include Type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Obesity also increases the risk of many common cancers, including colorectal cancer.
Nurse Nancy: Navigating Norovirus
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- Written by Nancy J. Schaaf, RN Nancy J. Schaaf, RN
Recently, I was a substitute teacher at a local school.
Savvy Senior: How to Ease the Winter Blues
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- Written by Jim Miller Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior,
What can you tell me about seasonal affective disorder? I’ve always disliked winter, but since I retired and am home a lot more, the gray, cold winter months make me feel really blue.
– Sad Sam
Atrial Fibrillation – Take Your Fluttering Heartbeat Seriously
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- Written by Kimberly Blaker Kimberly Blaker
Often, when we think of heart conditions, we associate them with age. Although atrial fibrillation (AFib) is found more often in those over age 60, it can affect people of all ages, even children.
Nurse Nancy: Enjoy a Soup Swap and Reap the Benefits
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- Written by Nancy J. Schaaf, RN Nancy J. Schaaf, RN
Many people have fond memories of eating soups as a child. For me, growing up Roman Catholic, tomato soup and grilled cheese was a Friday favorite. And when I was sick, Mom would fix chicken noodle soup.