Chief medical officer discusses how AI is helping health professionals, patients at Rochester Regional Health; the system’s expansion into Geneva; and the lessons learned
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People Over 55 and Deaf Find Lack of Services in Rochester Area
The Deaf Senior Services Coalition, teamed with Lifespan and other organizations, is trying to increase health service accessibility for older area residents who are
Keeping Hydrated
Many caretakers of older adults struggle to get them to drink enough fluids By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Up to 40% of adults older
What’s New for Medicare in 2026
Time is running out to pick your new plan By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Medicare health plans have a few changes for 2026. For
5 Things You Need to Know about Alzheimer’s Disease
By Ernst Lamothe Jr As the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease continues to rise, affecting millions worldwide, the urgency for effective treatment and support
How to Use Medicare’s Star Ratings System During Open Enrollment
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, What does Medicare factor into their star rating system? I need to find a new Medicare plan
Finding Peace and Meaning Through Hospice Care
By Marguerite Janto and Jessica Kelly November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, a time to pause and reflect on those we
Dogs (But Not Cats) May Protect Against Childhood Asthma, Study Says
Babies who grow up around dogs might be less likely to develop childhood asthma, a new study says. However, they don’t get the same
Newsweek ranks Jewish Home No. 1 nursing home
For the second year in a row, Jewish Home has been ranked the No. 1 nursing home in New York state on Newsweek’s America’s
The Growing Popularity of Essential Oils
These potent oils can support good health in many ways By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant It may seem hard to believe that a tiny