Successful Aging: What you need to know about Alzheimer’s disease
Dear readers, November was Alzheimer’s Awareness month, which was designated by President Reagan in 1983. Given the importance of the...
Successful Aging: Do you want to live forever? Here’s one man’s plan for it
Dear Readers. The topic “How to Live Forever” sounds enticing; that is, if you want to live forever. I must admit that when I initially...
Considering a medical alert device? Here’s what you should know before buying.
Question: I recently hurt my back and am unsteady on my feet. My husband continues to work away from the house, as do I when I can. I am...
Successful Aging: The questions you should ask about hearing loss and the price of hearing aids
Q. I am finally admitting a hearing loss. Given my age of 76, I guess I should not be surprised. After meeting with an audiologist and...
Successful Aging: Do you recognize the signs of elder abuse?
Dear readers, As with many important issues related to aging, there’s a date set aside to draw attention to what is considered one of the...
Successful Aging: 6 ways to diminish facial lines and wrinkles
Dear Readers, Last week we identified age, genetics, smoking, exposure to ultraviolet rays and more as responsible for facial wrinkles...