By Anne Palumbo Take a seat, protein. Despite the way you’ve wooed us in recent years with your flashy promises of muscle growth,
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Babies Wanted
By George W. Chapman Our fertility rate has been dropping steadily the last 50 years. We are now hovering around 1.8 births per
Creating a Family of Friends: Finding Belonging When You Live Alone
Practical tips, advice and hope for those who live alone By Gwenn Voelckers A few months ago, I was walking with my friend
How to Prepare Your Online Accounts Before You Die
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I recently had an estate plan drafted, including a will, power of attorney and advance directive, but
Starting the New Year Strong
How independent living communities help residents reach their resolutions By Teresa Plumeri The new year often brings a moment to pause and think
Sticker Shock: Commercial Premiums on the Exchange Anticipated to Increase 26%
By George W. Chapman While the government is finally reopened, the fate of the tax subsidies remains in limbo. Without tax credits, commercial
Be Someone’s Reason to Be Happy This Season
Practical tips, advice and hope for those who live alone By Gwenn Voelckers This morning, I was doing what many of us do
What You Should Know About Botulism
By Eva Briggs, MD Recently the New York State Department of Health issued an advisory about cases of infant botulism linked to two
A Guide to Different Types of Insurance
By Amita Connor-Williams Exploring your options for healthcare coverage can open up a world of possibilities. From health insurance and Medicare to long-term
How Button Mushrooms Boost Longevity
By Anne Palumbo First, a confession. I loathed mushrooms as a kid. Too spongy, too slimy, too gross. But these days, I can’t







