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Seniors' Health/Medicare

Seniors' Health/Medicare Feature Writer: Katrena Wells

Whether readers enjoy active health, face chronic illness, or are approaching end of life issues, the Seniors’ Health and Medicare section provides useful, timely, research-based information.

Baby Boomers may learn normal changes of aging, healthy habits, immunization recommendations, and ways to maintain independence with adaptive devices. Older adults might explore menopause, prostate issues, heart disease, stroke, Alzheimer's, depression, veteran issues, insomnia, and shingles, while learning about infections like UTI and MRSA and how they present differently in seniors.

Caregivers may research options like adult daycare, assisted living or nursing homes or learn practical tips to provide safe care at home. Information on medications, mental health, abuse, and dealing with grief are also provided.


Feature Writer Articles in Seniors' Health/Medicare

Best Exercise Choices for Seniors With Diabetes
Look at exercise recommendations for seniors diagnosed with diabetes and see exercise options based on personality traits.
Safe Exercise Tips for Seniors with Diabetes
Seniors with diabetes can enjoy the numerous benefits of a regular exercise program and can stay safe with these simple and practical exercise tips.
Gift Ideas for Someone in a Nursing Home
Discover thoughtful, useful, and unusual gift ideas for a friend or relative in a nursing home.
Infections in Seniors
Look at usual and atypical signs and symptoms of infection in seniors and the elderly.
Fever in Seniors
Find out the purpose of a fever and how the body regulates temperature, causes of fever, and what to do if a senior has an increased temperature.


Contributing Articles in Seniors' Health/Medicare

Surviving the Medicare Part D Coverage Gap
The donut hole, also known as the Medicare Part D coverage gap, means serious out of pocket expenses for seniors. Although it's shrinking, it will be around for years.
Facts on Nursing Homes and Assisted Living
There comes a time with most of us when a nursing home or assisted living is needed. But, before that happens, there are important facts you need to know.
Attitudes to Fitness for Seniors
Attitudes to fitness for seniors are changing positively and seniors are reaping the benefits of participating in regular exercise programs.
How to Purchase Glasses with AMD
Picking out glasses with macular degeneration can be challenging. Being prepared and knowing what to expect in advance helps make finding lenses for AMD easier.
Study Reveals Common Risks for Dementia
A new 15-point index, developed by the Cardiovascular Health Study, offers hope for early intervention and treatment of Alzheimer's Disease in the elderly.