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(BPT) - By Patricia L. Turner, MD, MBA, FACS, Executive Director & CEO, American College of SurgeonsFor people of all ages, the mere thought of surgery can spur anxious thoughts and concerns: How …
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Recently diagnosed with thyroid eye disease? You may want to know about a new clinical study
(BPT) - Your eyes can tell you a lot about your health, and this is especially true for those living with thyroid eye disease (TED). TED occurs when the immune system mistakenly targets the tissues …
Are you living with eczema? It's time to get the care you deserve
(BPT) - Sponsored by Eli Lilly and CompanyUnderstanding eczema For her entire life, April has lived with dry, itchy skin, experiencing frequent thinning and scarring of her skin due to insistent …
4 reasons you should check your hearing this year
(BPT) - When was the last time you had your hearing checked? If you're like most Americans, it may have been a while or you may not have gotten it checked before — rest assured, you're not …
Palliative Care: A Personalized Pathway to Comfort and Support
(BPT) - Palliative care from Carelon Health offers a deeply personalized and compassionate approach to managing the complexities of serious illnesses. It focuses on providing relief from symptoms, …
All-inclusive elder care for aging at home: This nursing home alternative is on the rise
Enrollment at PACE centers has grown 50% since 2019. Caring.com examined data from the NPA to illustrate their growing popularity.

States where older people's health is seeing the biggest decline

Northwell Health partnered with Stacker to see which states have seen the biggest declines in senior health, using data from the CDC.
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Need affordable vision care? How Medicare Advantage can help

(BPT) - The end of the Medicare Open Enrollment Period (OEP) is fast approaching. By Dec. 7, it’s important that eligible adults choose a plan that fits their needs, especially when it comes to …

Tips for Healthy Aging with Medicare Advantage Plans

(BPT) - Your health plan plays a big role in keeping you healthy as you age. It can support key parts of healthy aging, like preventive care, taking prescribed medications, regular exercise and …

New Technology Provides Hope for Patient with AFib

(BPT) - Sponsored by Boston ScientificAfter retiring from his career as a photographer, Pennsylvania resident Bob Skalkowski looked forward to spending his time sailing, gardening, exercising, fixing …

'Tis the Season to be a Savvy Shopper

(BPT) - The holiday season is full of joy, gatherings, food and merriment. It's also full of parents and grandparents trying to maintain a budget as they shop, plan and execute those gatherings. AARP …

Three things to know about gut health in America

(BPT) - Have you ever felt uncomfortable after a meal? Maybe you know that certain foods upset your stomach, so you avoid them altogether. Gut issues are more common than you think with more than …

How to know if you can trust your supplement: 4 things to look for

(BPT) - A multivitamin. Calcium. Vitamin C. Chances are, you've taken at least one of these today, along with three-quarters of American adults.There are hundreds of brands and thousands of products …

How AI is advancing hearing aids, in real time

(BPT) - Hearing loss is often called a “silent epidemic” because it can develop slowly and go unnoticed for years. According to the National Council on Aging, more than 60 million …

Types of retirement plans and which to consider

SoFi shares the nuances of different retirement plans, including tax benefits and drawbacks, to help people choose the right mix of plans to achieve their financial goals.

Avoiding the dentist? How technological advances are creating more positive dental experiences

(BPT) - When was the last time you saw a dentist? If you're cringing, you're not alone. According to the American Dental Association, over 100 million Americans skip going to the dentist each year, …

Seniors: Prevent falls with these 3 easy moves

(BPT) - If you're an American over age 65, or have a senior loved one, you know how big of a risk falls can be in daily life. As people age, their balance becomes less steady, which can lead to an …

Navigating “Gramnesia” This Holiday Season

Navigating “Gramnesia” This Holiday Season
(NewsUSA) - “Gramnesia,” a popular portmanteau term coined from the words “grandparents” and “amnesia," is taking the internet by storm, including a recent mention in the HuffPost. The …
Choosing between Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans is tricky
The 67 million Americans eligible for Medicare make an important decision every October: Should they make changes in their Medicare health insurance plans for the next calendar year?
5 tips to help you choose your 2025 health benefits
(BPT) - As millions of Americans evaluate their health plan options during this fall’s open enrollment season, a new survey finds that 3 in 5 Americans incorrectly defined key health care …
Chronic stomach pain leads to a rare disease diagnosis
(BPT) - Stomach pain, nausea and brain fog can be uncomfortable to experience. Imagine living with these symptoms every day without knowing their cause or being able to manage and rid yourself of …
Is healthcare sharing right for you? 3 essential questions
(BPT) - Obtaining necessary care in today’s financial and healthcare landscape can be a daunting challenge for many U.S. families. According to the 2023 Milliman Medical Index, a family of four …
AI and cyberthreats: How to protect your home network
(BPT) - With AI and cybersecurity threats regularly in the news, you may wonder how this might affect your home network and personal devices. According to the Comcast Business 2024 Cybersecurity …
Treat 'tech neck' with this 'magic' product developed by dermatologists and plastic surgeons
(BPT) - Did you know that spending extended time hunched over your phone can take a serious toll on your neck? Commonly referred to as 'tech neck' or 'text neck,' this habit can lead to the …
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'Constantly stressed out': A woman's battle with excess cortisol

(BPT) - For Janice, health and fitness were always priorities. Growing up in Jamaica, she’d been a sprinter for her high school track team. After moving to the U.S. in her mid-20s, she built a …

How one 83-year-old fell into a fraudster’s fear bubble – and how gift cards played a key role

Wednesday morning, the day before Thanksgiving, Mae awoke, set her hair in curlers and switched on her laptop. A message appeared. It said her Safari web browser had encountered a problem, and a link …

Digital Literacy Tips for Older Adults

(Family Features) If current trends continue, decades of gentle teasing and jokes about older adults' confusion with technology may be on their way out. Boost your digital literacy with these tips.

Identifying Volunteer Opportunities for Older Adults

(Family Features) Many older adults look for variety, flexibility and benefits when searching for a way to volunteer. Consider these opportunities that match volunteers' interests and skills with local non-profit organizations.

7 tips to help protect you from financial fraud

(BPT) - Scammers seem to be getting more and more sophisticated, and older adults are often the target — especially of financial scams. In fact, scams targeting Americans 60 and older resulted …

Brushing Away Hospital Risks: The Importance of Proper Oral Care

(BPT) - Whether you’re the patient or the worried loved one, a hospital stay is often a whirlwind of stress, uncertainty and endless beeps from machines. Amid the chaos, it’s easy to …
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