Ever since I discovered that kefir — a fermented milk product with more probiotics than yogurt — could benefit my achy gut, I jumped
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What You Should Know About Medicare Coverage for Short-Term Rehab
By Holly Carmona It may sound odd, but if you’re admitted for inpatient rehab services at St. Ann’s Community, we start planning your discharge
Tell Us About Changes When You Get Benefits
By Warren Beck | Social Security District Manager in Syracuse If you receive Social Security, you can help to make sure we pay you the
What Are the Early Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes?
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, What are the early signs and symptoms of diabetes? I’m 60 years old, and in pretty good shape,
New COVID Vaccine Is Ready but CDC Says You May Want to Wait
The CDC still recommends we get the updated vaccine, but advises us to not jump the gun and wait until later fall. The protection
On Your Own: Fear Less, Live More
By Gwenn Voelckers The howl of the wind, the shadowy silhouette of a black cat and a chill that may run down your spine:
How Spaghetti Squash Promotes Longevity
By Anne Palumbo Years ago, spaghetti squash and I got off to a rocky start. It refused to yield to my knife; I got
This is Not a Scam: Social Security Needs You to Update Your Online Account
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I recently received an email that I needed to update my online Social Security account. Is this
How Do I Choose a Rehab Location After Leaving the Hospital?
By Nikki Tyler Sometimes a hospital stay is just the beginning. If your loved one is hospitalized due to a fall, fracture, cardiac event
How We Protect You From Misleading Advertising and Communications
Social Security works with the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) to protect you from scams that use Social Security as bait. Section 1140