Category: HEALTH
Affordable dental care options for seniors
By Dr. Richard Wolfert, DMD The Toothboss, www.toothboss.com Traditional Medicare doesn’t cover routine dental services, but there are affordable dental care options available to seniors.A pound of prevention…Beats an ounce of...
Read MoreEthics in real estate: Putting care for the seller before the sale
By Leon Merian, SRES As a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES), I often tell my clients, “Before we talk about selling your home, let’s talk about you.” It’s a statement that surprises many people, but it speaks to the ethics...
Read MoreKeep your head aligned through proper strength training
By Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. If you are like me, you would like to maintain your height and posture throughout your lifespan to avoid mal alignments like Dowagers hump (humped shoulders), kyphosis (rounded upper back), and swan...
Read MoreWhen facing challenging times, you are stronger than you think
By Susan Drevitch KellyLife Transition Coach When you experience the profound loss of someone you love deeply, it is, no doubt, one of the most tragic and overwhelming events you have ever had to deal with in your life. But, you...
Read MoreBetter sleep, better health: A guide for seniors
By Lyn Hart, Wellness Expert and Owner of Local Sunmed | Your CBD Store Braintree Did you know that more than half of older adults experience sleep disturbances? While changes in sleep patterns are common with aging, they are...
Read MoreThe heart of compassionate care: A reflection on the Irish spirit in home health care
By Maria Burke, RNOwner, Celtic Angels Home Health Care For many of us in the Irish community, caregiving is not just a profession – it’s a calling. Rooted in our culture is a deep respect for family, faith, and the...
Read MoreHow well do you want to know your dentist?
By Dr. Richard Wolfert, DMD The Toothboss, www.toothboss.com Last month, I mentioned a meet-and-greet at my practice for our new dentist Dr. Jonathan Alihosseini, DMD, or Dr. J, as he goes by. The questions asked were probably...
Read MoreNavigating medication costs in 2025 – how to make sense of all the prescription plan options
By Patricia PrewittMy Personal Rx Adviser With the arrival of 2025, you may be noticing changes to copays or coverage for your medications. I hope these changes are working in your favor. Here are a few reasons why changes...
Read MoreTaking steps to improve your heart health during American Heart Month
By Nicole Long, MSW, LICSWCEO of Old Colony Elder Services Did you know? Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...
Read MoreExperiencing low back pain? Full range movements and strength training can help
By Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. At the age of 21, I was involved in a major car crash and sustained multiple injuries, especially to my lower back. Due to fear of triggering debilitating spasms in my lumbar spine, for years I...
Read MoreEmotional Relocation and moving forward in the new year
By Susan Drevitch KellyLife Transition Coach It is a new year and a time when people reflect on the past year, set intentions, and look for a fresh start. For those who are grieving the loss of a loved one, it can be a time to...
Read MoreCelebrate self-love this February: A guide to health, wellness, and CBD
By Lyn Hart, Wellness Expert and Owner of Local Sunmed | Your CBD Store Braintree February is here, and with Valentine’s Day around the corner, love is in the air. But amid the chocolates and flowers, let’s not forget one of the...
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