It’s easy to feel rushed at a doctor’s appointment or unsure of the information and instructions you’re given. But with a little preparation you c
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There are times I think people view me as the “food police.” Mostly, I get this impression when someone sees me at the supermarket and they abruptly t
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Because the coronavirus (COVID-19) attacks the lungs and respiratory system, many readers have asked whether the pneumonia vaccines, which are admini
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Elder Abuse is one of the most underreported crimes. Its victims are often isolated or are dependent on their abusers for their care. It is estima
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Research has found that a new diet plan – called the MIND diet – can have a profound impact on your brain health as you age, and can even lower yo
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There are numerous grocery and meal service delivery options available to help seniors stay safe at home during this pandemic, but what’s availab
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While there are many diet fads and trends that have come and gone over the years that dietitians warn against, there’s a new trend that many regis
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Even in the best of times, social isolation is a significant problem. In Vermont more than 58,000 people over the age of 50 live alone and are at hig
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National Healthcare Decisions Day, a day devoted to educating the public about the importance of advance care planning, is Thursday, April 16. The Ve
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Mohr Keet of South Africa bungee jumped when he was 96, landing himself in the Guinness Board of World Records. Yuichiro Miura of Japan climbed Mount
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