By Jim Miller Studies have shown that patients who help their doctors by providing important health information and preparing themselves for appointments tend to
Golden Years
Alzheimer’s Vs. Dementia: What’s the Difference?
By Jim Miller Many people use the words “Alzheimer’s disease” and “dementia” interchangeably, but they are not the same thing. In fact, you can
Aerobic Exercise Key for Brain Health
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Aerobic exercise may offer protection from cognitive decline. In 2017, researchers at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles
Lending an Ear and Giving a Voice
Ombudsman program, driven by volunteers, helps those in long-term health care facilities. By Colleen M. Farrell When Laura Humphreys introduces herself, not everyone is
93-year-old Shares Tips for Healthy Aging
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant It’s not polite to ask a lady her age. But Lucretia McClure, a resident at Episcopal SeniorLife Communities in Rochester,
Blood Pressure: Understanding the New Guidelines
New parameters mean more Americans have high blood pressure By Jim Miller If you’re unsure what your blood pressure levels should be, you’re not
Rich Ord: Medic, Musician, Memory-Maker
As Alzheimer’s disease stakes its claim, Ord fights back By Melody Burri Rich Ord has done a lot of living in 70 years. He’s
4 Health Issues Affecting Older Adults
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Many issues affect the health of older adults. Area experts weighed in on four of them. 1.Hormone imbalance “Every cell
Elder Abuse Often Unseen
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant In 2011, the New York State Elder Abuse Prevalence Study estimated more than 260,000 older adults have been victims of
New Comfort Care Home Taking Shape in Newark
Volunteers say new place to fill a gap in Ontario County By John Addyman Where do you want to die? At home? If that’s