Chew On This: Are You Taking Good Care Of Your Teeth As You Age?
April 24, 2019
Whether it’s fear of pain or bankruptcy, many of us avoid going to the dentist as long as possible. While the discomfort of dental procedures is no laughing matter, and there may even be procedures you feel are unnecessary, it’s indisputable that proper dental care is essential for your physical…
Beyond Despair: Thinking About Now And Later In The Face Of Dementia
April 24, 2019
They say necessity is the mother of invention. Or, as Oprah has said, “Turn your wounds into wisdom.” Well, with dementia running in their families, two noted physicians have taken that advice to heart. First, meet Dr. John DenBoer, an Arizona-based clinical neuropsychologist who specializes in preventing the onset of…
Good To Hear: Encouraging Updates Regarding Hearing Loss
April 17, 2019
How many times a day do you say to someone, “Can you repeat that?” If it’s more times than you care to admit, chances are you suffer from some hearing loss- but welcome to the club. Estimates are that 45 million Americans currently are troubled by hearing loss, more than…
Deliver The Goods: April 27th Is The Day To Hand In Your Old Prescription Drugs
April 17, 2019
What’s currently in your medicine cabinet? Besides the old nail polish bottles and the decades-old makeup samples, have you also held on to a myriad of medications you no longer take or need? If that sounds like you then prepare for April 27th: The DEA (Drug Enforcement Agency) Rx National…
High Times: Have You Tried CBD Products Or Medical Marijuana?
April 17, 2019
Are you finding yourself dazed and confused about your options for trying medical marijuana or CBD (which is a compound found in cannabis, a plant species that includes marijuana and hemp)? In recent years, with the explosion of states legalizing medical marijuana and several states (and even countries like Canada)…
No Longer A Cure-All: New Guidelines On When To Take, And Not Take, Daily Aspirin
April 17, 2019
For decades, the medical community has advocated taking a daily baby aspirin to prevent heart attacks. And for those who have already had a heart attack or have other cardiovascular risks, that recommendation regarding a daily aspirin regimen continues to be in place. However, for those who have never had…