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Winter Traveling Tips for Seniors: Seniors On Holiday Trips Should Consider Health Tips

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By: Wendy J Meyeroff

Time to Fight Flu: Flu Diagnosis and Proper Attacks Are Key

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By: Wendy J Meyeroff

Humana Medicare Insurance Plans: Humana Insurance Offers Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplements

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By: David Harris-Gershon

Think Pneumonia, Not Just Flu: Pneumonia is as Dangerous as Flu, Sometimes Moreso

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By: Wendy J Meyeroff

Medicare Advantage Health Insurance Plans: Comprehensive Medicare Insurance and Prescription Drug Coverage

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By: David Harris-Gershon

Arthritis and Total Knee Arthroplasty: Knee Implant Procedures

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By: Prakash T

Medicare Part D and Prescription Drug Coverage: A Primary Medicare Insurance Supplement for Medicare Parts A and B

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By: David Harris-Gershon

Choosing the Best Hearing Aid: New Designs and Styles Offer Pros and Cons

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By: Jeanne Grunert

The Alkaline Diet Prevents Diverticulitis: High Fiber Foods Highly Recommended

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By: Susan Etchey

Elderly Brains Benefit from Internet Lessons: Learning to Surf the Net Helps Seniors Think More Clearly

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By: Sue Cartledge

Natural Ways To Get Good Sleep Again: Even if You’re Over 50 and Your Hormones Are Unbalanced

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By: Marie Thomas

Nutrition and Immune Function in the Elderly: Strengthening Immunity by Nutritional Supplementation

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By: David Olle

How to Keep the "Bloom" of Youth: The Secrets of Healthy Aging

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By: Alicia Richardson

The Alkaline Diet Prevents Osteoporosis: Research Proves Acid Diet Causes Poor Bone Health

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By: Susan Etchey

Does it "Take a Village" to Grow Old at Home? Swedish "Night Patrols" Help Elderly Stay Out of Nursing Homes

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By: Ellen Freudenheim

Age Bank, a Cheap Caregiving Lesson from China: Banking Time from Young to Old Alleviates Loneliness, Care Pressures

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By: Ellen Freudenheim

Robotics for Health Care and Eldercare: Introducing Robots as Home Health Aides

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By: Ellen Freudenheim

Japan- Robots as Caregivers for Frail Parents? Aging Japan Deploys Service Robots in Elder Care; Will We, Too?

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By: Ellen Freudenheim

Head Injuries in Older Adults: The Risk of Serious Brain Trauma Increases with Age

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By: Dan Paul Burgess

Senior Fitness: Improving the Maturing Adults' Quality of Life

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By: Terah Talley

Learn About Shingles Vaccine: What is in and How Does Herpes Zoster Vaccination Work?

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By: Feature Writer Tamiko Nicholson

Who Should Get the Shingles Vaccine? Herpes Zoster Vaccination Designed for Seniors

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By: Feature Writer Tamiko Nicholson

Shingles Vaccine for Seniors: Information about Herpes Zoster Vaccination

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By: Feature Writer Tamiko Nicholson

Senior Care Options: Home Care and Assisted Living Considerations

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By: Kim Higgins

Alzheimer's on the Rise: Natural Prevention Measures for Dementia

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By: Tammie Doerler

How to Compare Medicaid Part D Plans: Prescription Drug Coverage Under Medicare

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By: Stacy Herlihy

Age Related Macular Degeneration: Risks and Preventive Measures

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By: Stephen Allen Christensen

Choosing Holiday Gifts for Alzheimer's Patients: Ten Christmas Presents for Those with Dementia and Aging Seniors

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By: Rosalie Thompson

Manage Type 2 Diabetes Blood Sugar with Exercise: Glucose Control for Older Diabetics from Regular Physical Activity

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By: Sue Cartledge

Emergency Disaster Preparedness and Elder Care: Disaster Planning for Older Adults and Their Families

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By: Maria Blanco

Health Status and Elderly Falls Prevention: Exercise, Nutrition, Foot Care and Managing Medication

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By: Sharon Kirby

Emergency Preparedness for Older Americans: Simple Steps to Ease the Stress of an Emergency

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By: MaryEllen Libraro

Disaster Survival Kits for Disabled and Elderly: Preparing With Emergency Gear and Food Supplies Saves Lives

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By: Feature Writer Victoria Nicks

Hospice Obligations and the Rights of Patients: What to Insist on and Receive, Especially If Medicare Pays the Bill

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By: George Daleiden

Sleep Hygiene: Better Sleep Improves Health and Prevents Falls

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By: Dan Paul Burgess

Falls Prevention for Elderly People at Home: How to Make Older People’s Homes Safer and Prevent Falling Indoors

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By: Sharon Kirby

Stair Safety to Prevent Falls in the Elderly: Preventing Older People Falling Down the Stairs at Home

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By: Sharon Kirby

Understanding Dementia: Symptoms and Diagnosis

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By: Ethel Matshiya

Health Concerns of Senior Citizens: Recognizing the Signs of Depression

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By: Leslie McCloud

Recent Alzheimer's Study: Can Diet and Exercise slow the progress

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By: Dan Paul Burgess

Low Vision Aids: Vision Improvement Using Objects in Contrasting Colors

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By: Judith Wylie

Face Lifts at Age 50 and Older: Surgical and Non Surgical Anti-aging Procedures

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By: Feature Writer Amy Andersen

Recognizing the Stages of Shingles: How to Identify Each Stage of the Herpes Zoster Virus

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By: Venice Kichura

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)- a Sign of Aging? Not Every Painful Urination is a Bacterial Infection

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By: Feature Writer Amy Andersen

Anemia Study and Older Adults: Anemia Associated with Increased Risk of Death

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By: Dan Paul Burgess

How to Stop Aging: Controlling Inflammation through Exercise and Diet

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By: Feature Writer Mary Desaulniers

Coping with Shingles on the Arm: Identifying and Treating Symptoms for Herpes Zoster

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By: Venice Kichura

Household Organization Reduces Falls for Elderly: Environmental Factors Increase Fall Risk for Seniors

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By: Dan Paul Burgess

Alzheimer's -Beyond Memory Loss: Behavioral Issues Tip the Scale

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By: Patricia Caporale

Exercise for Older Adults - Strength and Agility: Exercises to Reduce Fall Risk

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By: Dan Paul Burgess

Benefits of Brain Training For Older Adults: Seniors Gain From Brain Exercises to Help Memory, Flexibility

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By: Sue Cartledge

Medicare Payment and Immunizations: Cost of Flu, Pneumonia, Shingles, and Other Vaccines for Adults

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By: Feature Writer Amy Andersen

Strength Training for Seniors: Older Adults Benefit from Progressive Resistance Training

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By: Karen Sheviak

Fall Prevention for Older Adults: Older Adults Fall at Alarming Rates

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By: Dan Paul Burgess

Senior Satisfaction with Doctor Visits Low: Easy Tips to Help Satisfaction Improve

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By: Kristin Colangelo

How to Get Your Healthcare Questions Answered: Essential Tips to Maximize Your Doctor Visits

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By: Kristin Colangelo

Seniors and Eye Care: Recognizing the Warning Signs of Age-Related Vision Problems

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By: Ydalia Tolentino

Elder Abuse-Right At Home: Warning Signs and Types of Abuse

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By: Cynthia Keenan

Are Retirees Guaranteed Health Benefits? Retirees Can't Assume They Can Count on Current Health Plans

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By: Wendy J Meyeroff

Eat Less to Live Longer: Low Calorie Diet Prolongs Life

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By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

Understanding Shingles: This Chicken Pox Spin-Off Offers Dangers to Seniors

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By: Wendy J Meyeroff

Fight Pain with Natural Remedies: Using Herbs and Foods to Fight Aches and Inflammation

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By: Wendy J Meyeroff

Using Traditional Heat Treatments for Arthritis: Osteoarthritic Conditions are Among the Oldest Known Human Ailments

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By: Kate Nivison

How to Find a Podiatrist: Locating a Qualified Foot Doctor

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By: Dianna Brodine

Drug May Fight Aging Process: Rapamycin Extends the Lifespan of Mice

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By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

Insurability-Types of Insurance: Is it Time to Get Long Term Care Insurance?

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By: Cynthia Keenan

Laser Treatment for Blindness: New Therapy May Delay Loss of Sight

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By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

Caregiving Takes a Village: Begin the Process of Finding a Caregiver

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By: Barbara Bell

Hormone Replacement During & After Menopause: Selecting Conventional Therapy, Bio-Identicals or Foods

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By: Peggy Williams

How Aerobic Activity Can Help Your Brain: New Study Shows Active Seniors Have Younger Brains

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By: Karen Sheviak

Phosphatidylserine May Treat Aging Memory Loss: A Dietary Supplement Shows Promise in Reducing Cognitive Impairment

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By: Connie Stewart

Long Term Care Costs - Who Pays? Don’t Count Medicare as a Payment Option

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By: Cynthia Keenan

How to Financially Care for Aging Parents: Medical, Living, and Personal Options

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By: Bryan Parker

Dementia and Memory Books: Helping Sufferers to Remember Significant Events

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By: Jo Lamb-White

Medication for Mild Cognitive Impairment: No Benefit from Donepezil (Aricept) in 2009 Report

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By: James Cooper

What is Long Term Care? Breaking Down the Options

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By: Cynthia Keenan

Preventing Shoulder Injuries: Strengthening the Shoulder is Key to Damage Prevention

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By: Wendy J Meyeroff

Ways to Help Older Patients to Improve Appetite: Desire to Eat Wanes Among Elderly Due to Illness or Disability

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By: Barbara Bell

How to Live Longer: Sense of Purpose, Fitness Level and Happiness

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By: Feature Writer Mary Desaulniers

Stopping Elder Abuse: Protect the Health of Senior Citizens Victimized by Neglect or Abuse

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By: Feature Writer Miranda Miller

Boomers Now Facing the Realities of Elder Care: Many are unprepared for the responsibilities that lie ahead

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By: Richard Barrett

Effects of MRSA on Elderly Patients in Hospitals: Bacteria Develop Resistance to Traditional Antibiotics

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By: Barbara Bell

New Alzheimer's Self Test: Researchers Call This a Powerful and Valid Screening Test

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By: James Cooper

Health Benefits of Pet Ownership Among Elderly: Pets Can Help Alleviate Stress, Loneliness and Anxiety

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By: Kelly Conrad

Aricept, Exelon, & Razadyne - Risks Seen: Alzheimer’s Drugs Increase Risk for Falls, Hip Fracture, Pacemakers

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By: James Cooper

High Cholesterol Not Death Predictor In Seniors: Statin Drugs May Not Help Older People

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By: James Cooper

Mobility Aids for Elderly and Disabled Adults: Lift Chairs, Scooters, Other Mechanical Assistance

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By: Barbara Bell

Staying Healthy in Older Years: Simple Self-help Methods Can do Much to Limit the Effects of Ageing

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By: John Richard Roberts

Painless Ways to Add Soy to a Diet: Soy Products Like Tofu Offer a Wide Range of Health Benefits

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By: Wendy J Meyeroff

The Health Benefits of Laughter: Laughing Helps Enhance Wellness

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By: Wendy J Meyeroff

Can Medicare be Funded and Fixed? Advisor Tells Top Leaders Affordable Health Care for All is Possible

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By: Rosemary E. Bachelor

US Medicare Funds Headed Toward Insolvency: Florida Doctor Says Managed Care Middlemen Get Most Money

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By: Rosemary E. Bachelor

Ageing and Disease: Normal Age-related Changes Have Varied Effects on Health

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By: John Richard Roberts

How to be a Good Caregiver: Tips and Resources

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By: Rica Lewis

How Hospitals are Improving Patient Care: Sound Masking and Other Methods

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By: Rica Lewis

Alzheimer's Disease Signs: Alzheimer's Symptoms

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By: Jennifer Graham

Reminiscing, Mental Health and the Aging Brain: Maintaining a Balance of Long and Short-Term Memory

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By: Karen Lawrence

Exercise Best Falls Prevention Measure: Regular Exercise is the Most Effective Way to Prevent Seniors Falling

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By: Sue Cartledge

Illness in the Elderly: Senior Citizens' Response to Disease

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By: John Richard Roberts

Can Statins Cause Dementia-Like Symptoms? Alzheimers Experts Speak About How Medications Mimic Memory Loss

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By: Christine Fadhley

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