It’s your best “shot” at staying healthy By Diane Kane, MD As we age, our immune defenses become weaker. That’s why people 65 and
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Build a Home in Your Heart in 2018
By Gwenn Voelckers “Build thy home in thy heart and be forever sheltered.” – Anonymous I love this saying. It captures so beautifully what
What’s So Great About Grapefruit?
Ever since the infamous Grapefruit Diet made its debut — back in the l930s to help starlets lose weight — grapefruits have been associated
Recognizing and Treating Depression in Retirement
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
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