By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, Since retiring a few years ago, my husband has become increasingly irritable and apathetic. I’m concerned that he’s
Columnists
Antibiotics: When You Need Them, And When You Don’t
By Diane Kane, MD In 1928, Alexander Fleming accidentally discovered penicillin, the first antibiotic for curing and preventing bacterial infections. Unfortunately, because of the
Rosie The Riveter: Working Women’s Icon
By Deborah Banikowski “Rosie the Riveter” is an American icon representing women working in factories during World War II. These women learned new jobs
Healthcare in a Minute – December
By George W. Chapman Insurance Market Dominance Critics of the Affordable Care Act have been quick to point out that insurance choices on the
Surviving the Holidays: 12 Tempting Tips
By Gwenn Voelckers Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or the winter solstice, the holidays can be anything but merry if you are newly
Pistachios Do a Heart Good
Every December, my husband and I get a gift tin of roasted pistachios from my aunt. No surprise, they’re gone in a day, what
Assistance Dogs Provide Help and Love
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior: What can you tell me about assistance dogs for people with disabilities? My sister, who’s 58, has multiple
When Is Assisted Living the Right Option?
By Kim Petrone, MD We all value our independence, our ability to manage daily life on our own. As we age, it can be
Healthcare in a Minute – November 2017
By George W. Chapman ACA in Flux Again The Graham-Cassidy bill was last attempt by the Senate to repeal and replace the ACA and
This Thanksgiving: See the Glass Half Full!
By Gwenn Voelckers Every one of us has been given a great gift: the cup of life. It is half full and half empty.