Practical tips, advice and hope for those who live alone By Gwenn Voelckers As summer fades and the days grow shorter, my garden
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How Beans Boost Your Brain Power
By Anne Palumbo Cognitive health is on everyone’s mind these days, including my own. Bolstered by studies that strongly suggest a close link
Alzheimer’s: Lithium and Its Potential Use as Treatment
By Eva Briggs, M.D. I remember my first college chemistry class, taught by the amazing Dr. Benjamin P. Burtt at Syracuse University, who
Navigating Medicare Coverage for Short-Term Rehab Care
By Vel Nhalay It may sound surprising, but if you’re admitted for inpatient rehab services at St. Ann’s Community, we start planning for
Does Medicare Cover Ambulance Rides?
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, A few months ago, I took an ambulance to the hospital emergency room because I had a
Disaster Looms: Impact of the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ on Rural Hospitals
By George W. Chapman Several national polls revealed 70% of Americans were opposed to the proposed $1 trillion in cuts to Medicaid and
‘The Life of Chuck’ and the Art of Living Alone
Practical tips, advice and hope for those who live alone By Gwenn Voelckers I recently saw the new film “The Life of Chuck” and
How Zucchini Helps You Stay Hydrated and More
By Anne Palumbo This summer, this hotter-than-ever summer, I’ve decided to bump up my water consumption by eating it. That’s right, I’m going
Beware of the Medicare Advantage Trap
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I will be enrolling in Medicare in a few months and would like to know if I
Make a Will, Make a Difference
How planning today supports the care of tomorrow By Cati Pulver August is National Make-A-Will Month, a time to reflect on the legacy