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Give gifts that promote fitness By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant If your gift list includes people who are working on their fitness, consider these
Artisan Food Gifts
Treat them right with tasty and healthful presents By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant It’s easy to give a mass-produced, sugary sweet. However, it’s thoughtful
Addiction: Holiday Relapse
Why it happens and how you and your family can prevent it By Mark Winsberg, M.D. The holidays are often shown as joyful
Get Ahead of the Holiday Hustle: Simple Ways to Stay Healthy Without Missing the Fun
By Shaina Zazzaro The holidays are a time for family, connection and celebration—but they can also derail even the most consistent health routines.
Robert R. Mayo, M.D.
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
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










