Medicare is the primary health plan for most people age 65 and older. Whether you are new to Medicare, or have been on it for years, it can be overwhelming. The rules, the exemptions, the deadlines, and the list goes on. Add to that figuring out Parts A, B, C and D! Do not feel bad if you need
September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month, which is an opportunity to assess your risk of falling and to take proactive steps to keep yourself safe. Falls are a major cause of unintentional death and injury, and they pose a significant threat to the health and independence of older Americans,
Children aren't the only ones that need vaccines. Many adults, especially older adults, need to be immunized in order to protect themselves against certain illnesses and diseases. Many preventable diseases can bring about serious illness and even death in senior citizens who fail to get the proper
Temperatures are predicted to climb this week with heat indices approaching 100°. The National Weather Service has not yet issued a Heat Advisory; however, it is still important to remember ways to stay safe in the heat.
Extremely high temperatures coupled with high humidity can make you
June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). Elder abuse is one of the worst manifestations of ageism and inequality in our society. Did you know 1 out of every 10 elder adults experience some kind of abuse in their lifetime? 9 out of every 10 elder abusers are close relatives. For many,
Medicare is the primary health plan for most people age 65 and older. Whether you are new to Medicare, or have been on it for years, it can be overwhelming. The rules, the exemptions, the deadlines, and the list goes on. Add to that figuring out Parts A, B, C and D! Do not feel bad if you need
In today’s world, there are endless pieces of health information available to us. You could spend hours researching what foods are good for brain health, what exercises are the most beneficial, or which vitamins you should be taking. While this information can be very useful, it can also become
July and August in Wisconsin are notorious for having extreme temperatures and humidity. While this may be a plus for beach-goers and boaters, the heat can pose a huge threat to one’s health. Too much time in the heat and not enough protective factors against it can lead to a very serious heat-
Everyone has heard the old idiom, “you are what you eat,” but just how literal is this saying? According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, nutrition is one of the most important aspects of one’s health and overall wellbeing. In fact, about half of all American adults have one or more
We’re all familiar with the ever-changing direction of trends in America – from the hottest new celebrity to the introduction of the latest fad diet – but what if those trends hit a little closer to home.