Stroke: Signs, Causes, and Treatment

Did you know that having a stroke is just as serious as having a heart attack? It’s important to know the signs of stroke and act quickly if you suspect you or someone you know is having one.  Thankfully, the National Institute on Aging has put together a very informative piece on the signs, causes and treatment…

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Five of the Biggest Scams to Watch for in 2025

Scams can happen to any of us, whether through a phone call, email or text. And many of the oldest frauds are still going strong, but they seemingly become more sophisticated each year as technology advances. It’s important to stay educated on potential scams, and AARP has put together a story highlighting five of the…

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How to Keep Your Pets Safe in Winter

It may be common sense, but sometimes it’s easy to forget that if we’re really cold outside during wintertime, so are our pets!  Protecting your four-legged friend from extreme temperatures and helping them avoid icy paths are just a few of the important steps that owners need to keep in mind. For more information on…

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What Is Lewy Body Dementia?

Lewy Body Dementia, one of the most common forms of dementia, is a brain disorder that impacts more than 1 million people in the U.S. It typically begins at age 50 or older and leads to problems with thinking, movement, behavior and mood. To learn more about this disease, including causes, signs and symptoms, from…

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Safe Driving for Older Adults

Many of us have had to go through the difficult discussion with a loved one that may not be able to drive safely due to age. While they may now know it, changes in health, including medical conditions or injuries, also may impact their driving skills.  To learn more about the different factors that can…

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5 Tips for Exercising Safely in Cold Weather

If you have a fitness routine that involves working out in the outdoors, it can be a real challenge when the seasons change and the temperatures outside are frigid. It’s important to get physical exercise daily, but doing so safely when outdoors is key. For helpful tips from the National Institute on Aging on how…

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Communicating With Someone Who Has Alzheimer’s Disease

For those with a loved one battling dementia or Alzheimer’s everyday communications can be a challenge. Your loved one may have difficulty finding the right words, keeping their thoughts on track or avoiding getting distracted easily. The National Institute on Aging has put together some very important tips for how to cope with these types…

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What to Know About Two New Alzheimer’s Drugs

Big news from the medical science community regarding two drugs that may be able to modestly slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease for some patients. The two drugs are Leqembi (lecanemab) and Kisunla (donanemab), and someday they might prevent cognitive decline entirely in people whose brains show signs of disease, but who don’t yet have…

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