By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, Where can I turn for caregiving help? I help take care of my 80-year-old father and work
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How Many Prescription Medications Are Too Many?
Deprescribing helps patients back off medications if they are no longer required By Rebecca Conklin, D.O. Nearly 40% of adults over 65 use five
The Big Squeeze: Physicians’ Fees Cut Again While Operating Costs Go Up
Medicare is proposing to reduce physician payments in 2024 by 3.36%. That comes on the heels of a 2% reduction this year. The American
Be Happier This Holiday Season: Say ‘YES’
By Gwenn Voelckers “Thank you so much for thinking of me. I would love to attend but have another commitment. So sorry.” Do you
Why You Should Try Almond Flour
By Anne Palumbo Americans purchase and consume more flour during December than any other month, according to the research elves at Fleischmann’s Yeast and
How Seniors Can Get Help Paying for Everyday Needs
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, What types of programs are available to help seniors struggling with their everyday bills, and how do I
Social Security Benefits Increase In 2024
More than 71 million Americans will see a 3.2% increase in their Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments in 2024. On
Holiday Meals Can Be Healthy for Seniors and Still Be Delicious
By Chef Todd Klugh Ah, the holiday meal! We look forward to it all year long as our traditional favorites make their annual appearance,
Healthcare Workers on Strike
by George W. Chapman As of this writing in mid-October, more than 70,000 Kaiser Permanente are on strike. This past summer, RUNAP, the Rochester
Embracing Solitude: A Journey Toward Contentment
By Gwenn Voelckers In a world that constantly moves at a breakneck pace, solitude can feel like an elusive luxury. Yet I’ve come to