Thick Skin: Tricks For Protecting Your Skin This Winter
December 4, 2019
While it’s technically still Fall, your skin knows that dreaded winter weather is already upon us. The harsh cold air can be especially bothersome if your skin is more fragile or dry from aging. For a…
Push Back: Antibiotic Use In Older Adults
November 6, 2019
Maybe you were feeling poorly and finally dragged yourself to the doctor. And while she said you were probably suffering from a viral infection, just to be safe you were prescribed an antibiotic. And maybe within…
Beauty Routines: What’s Really Of Concern As We Get Older?
November 6, 2019
So how much do you care? How much time and effort do you spend worrying about, and fussing over, the state of your skin and your beauty routines? Well, according to a new AARP survey of…
Open Season: Medicare Open Enrollment Now Available
October 23, 2019
Late October is not only the time for prime-leaf watching, or family negotiations about who will host Thanksgiving, but it’s also Open Enrollment time for those on Medicare. The Medicare, Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans for…
Top Dog: The Importance Of Pets In The Lives Of Older Adults
October 16, 2019
You may love your spouse and be smitten with your grandchildren, but for many of us, there’s nothing quite like the unconditional love we receive from our family pet. And that love may be even more…
Your Best Shot: Predictions And Recommendations For This Year’s Flu Season
October 9, 2019
While for many, October summons images of pumpkins and cider, for public health officials it’s the start of an annual cause for concern: The Flu Season. As a reminder, those 65 and older (and particularly 85…
