By Barbara Pierce “Healthy brain function requires healthy sleep,” said Roger Wong, Ph.D., assistant professor, SUNY Upstate Medical University. “Not only are poor and
Golden Years
NY Considers Medical Aid in Dying for Terminal Patients
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Medical professionals assisting patients in ending their lives sounds paradoxical. But groups such as Death With Dignity based in Portland,
Got Arthritis Pain? What State You Live In May Matter
Doctoral student from University at Buffalo examines the geography of chronic pain and levels of education If you live in West Virginia you’re more
Key to Golden Years: Laugh Like a Child, Don’t Take Things So Seriously
By David L. Podos “A man growing old becomes a child again.” – Sophocles I feel that to pay constant attention to my growing
The Myth of Medicare
No, Medicare won’t take care of all your health care costs. Be prepared By Barbara Pierce Don’t let the costs of healthcare costs ruin
Audiologist: Hearing Aids Are Completely Different Today
By David Podos ‘Many of the people we serve are getting younger and younger. We see people who are in their early 40s and
Preparing for Retirement: Keep active
By Barbara Pierce “I’m in good health, compared to most people my age. I’m able to keep active,” said 73-year-old Terry Leonard of Ilion.
Foster Grandparents: A Win-Win situation
By Barbara Pierce “I really appreciate whoever’s in charge of this program” is how Gwen Stewart sums up her experience as a foster grandparent
Shingles: What Every Older Adult Should Know
Shingles can last from two week to several By Barbara Pierce Shingles is a rash with shooting pain—pain that can be intense, severe. Caused by
Can you die from a broken heart?
The answer is yes, and there is clinical proof By Deb Dittner February is American Heart Month and I wanted to take a different