Health & Wellness
The Healthy Geezer: Getting Ahead of Glaucoma
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- Written by Fred Cicetti Fred Cicetti
Q. What exactly does glaucoma do to your eyes?
Savvy Senior: How to Save on Prescription Drug Costs
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- Written by Jim Miller Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior,
I take several medications for multiple health conditions and the prices keep going up, even with my Medicare prescription drug insurance. Can you recommend any tips that can help cut my costs?
– Tapped-Out Tina
Free Alzheimer’s Webinars Available
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In the United States, more than 6 million individuals are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and about 11 million unpaid caregivers are supporting them.
Dear Pharmacist: The 6 Best Ways to Treat Raynaud’s Disease
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- Written by Suzy Cohen Suzy Cohen
Raynaud’s disease, often characterized by its telltale cold fingers and toes, is more than just a fleeting discomfort for people. It’s a window into the complexities of our vascular system.
5 Things We Learned About Alzheimer’s Disease in 2023
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2023 was a landmark year for Alzheimer’s disease research, including advancements in treatment, risk factors, and diagnosis. Here are five significant discoveries made last year.
Dear Pharmacist: How 5 Simple Strategies Ease Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain
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- Written by Suzy Cohen Suzy Cohen
Rheumatoid arthritis, or RA, is an autoimmune condition that leads to joint damage. A complete workup, physical exam, and medical history are important because blood tests have shortcomings.
Pain in Your Foot or Ankle? It Could Be Arthritis
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Arthritis in the feet and ankles can produce swelling and pain, deformity, loss of joint function, and loss of mobility.
Nurse Nancy: Detecting Pneumonia and Treating its Symptoms
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- Written by Nancy J. Schaaf, RN Nancy J. Schaaf, RN
Anyone can get pneumonia. It is a common illness, with millions of people diagnosed yearly in the United States. Of those, pneumonia leads to about 55,000 deaths.
Savvy Senior: Misleading Medicare Advantage Ads: What to Look Out For
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- Written by Jim Miller Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior,
I’m currently enrolled in original Medicare but have been thinking about switching to a Medicare Advantage plan during the open enrollment period. Many of the Medicare Advantage ads I’ve seen offer lots of extra benefits beyond what traditional Medicare offers and no monthly premiums. What are your thoughts?
– Considering a Switch