By Matthew Liptak The hundreds of volunteers who donate their time to the Friends of Strong organization offer vital care and comfort to patients,
Golden Years
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
Seniors’ Major Enemy: Falls
They are the leading cause of injury among older adults in NYS — one in four seniors in the region fell at least once
Beyond the RN: Furthering Nurse’s Education
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Some registered nurses view furthering their education as a means of opening doors of opportunity, such as working in an
5 Things You Need to Know About Protecting Your Hearing
By Ernst Lemothe Jr. Hearing loss can be so gradual that some people don’t notice the effects until it is too late. Hearing is