Health & Wellness
Savvy Senior: How the Inflation Reduction Act Will Lower Your Drug Costs (2)
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- Written by Jim Miller Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior,
What kind of changes can Medicare beneficiaries expect to see in the Inflation Reduction Act that was recently signed into law? I’m enrolled in Original Medicare and have a Part D prescription drug plan but spent more than $6,000 out-of-pocket last year on medications alone.
– Overpaying Paul
Revamped Fall-Prevention Tool Now Online
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As part of Falls Prevention Awareness Week in September, the National Council on Aging and the CDC Foundation launched a new and improved Falls Free CheckUp, an online tool to help older adults check their risk for a fall and learn how to reduce it.
Celebrate the Juicy Apple This Month
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- Written by Nancy J. Schaaf, RN Nancy J. Schaaf, RN
Does eating an apple every day really keep the doctor away? October is National Apple Month, dedicated to celebrating the delicious fruit.
The Healthy Geezer: Shingles: ‘Little Pox’ Can Cause Big Discomfort
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- Written by Fred Cicetti Fred Cicetti
Q. I heard a comedian make a humorous reference to “shingles.” I had shingles, and I didn’t find any humor in the experience. Am I missing something?
COVER STORY: Breast Tests that Could Save Your Life
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- Written by Sandra Gordon Sandra Gordon
A yearly mammogram is the gold standard for breast cancer screening and detection. Mammography is the only test that has been scientifically proven to save lives. Still, it’s not infallible.
Recent Research Further Supports Link between Gum Disease and Dementia
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- Written by Roosevelt Allen Roosevelt Allen
It’s a no-brainer that regularly brushing and flossing your teeth, plus regular dental cleanings and treatment, can lead to better oral health; however, a growing amount of research is beginning to uncover a possible association between gum disease and Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
Create Your Own Blue Zone
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- Written by Nancy J. Schaaf, RN Nancy J. Schaaf, RN
As we age, health becomes more significant. Because of improvements in medicine and health, we live longer lives now. Aging well in body and mind is essential for experiencing a rich quality of life.
The Healthy Geezer: Are ‘Floaters’ Cause for Concern?
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- Written by Fred Cicetti Fred Cicetti
Q. I’ve been noticing this thing in my eye. At first I thought it was an eyelash. Then I realized the thing was actually in my eye. One of my friends told me it’s a “floater,” and not to worry. What exactly is a “floater,” and should I see a doctor?
Savvy Senior: What is an Annual Notice of Change?
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- Written by Jim Miller Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior,
Last year I received a “notice of change” letter from my Medicare provider. Should I expect another one this year, and what should I do with it?
– Medicare Rookie