Mary Pecoraro has no major medical issues to date except she can no longer hear By Katie Coleman Celebrating 105 years of life was
Golden Years
Sex After 90?
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Can older adults enjoy sexual intimacy? Local experts say yes. “Many people remain sexually active well into their 80s and
Too Many Meds = Increased Health Risks
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant The older patients become, the more likely they need prescription medication. According to the AARP, people 45 and older on
Volunteers at Friends of Strong: Comfort and Care to Patients, Big Savings for Hospital
By Matthew Liptak The hundreds of volunteers who donate their time to the Friends of Strong organization offer vital care and comfort to patients,
Shingles: To Vaccinate or Not?
For experts, it’s a no brainer. If you had chickenpox as a child and are over 50, you should get the vaccine By Deborah
Yoga: Flexibility, Strength for Active Adults
By Christine Green Karen Des Jardin of Holley can just about do a split with the assistance of a stuffed yoga bolster thanks to
Planning for the Empty Nest Retirement Years
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant When it comes to retirement and empty nest planning, many people focus on their financial future and health care. While
Opioid Dependency Affects Older Adults, Too
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Most people associate the opioid epidemic with younger people. While it’s true that the average person struggling with opioid addiction
How Music Helps Keep Brains Sharp
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant It may not be the Fountain of Youth, but making music may enhance cognitive ability as the body ages. “If
6 Things You Should Know About Healthy Aging
By Ernst Lamothe Jr. Aging is never fun. But it doesn’t have to incredibly painful either. In order to be healthy, happy and entertained