Category: HEALTH
Improving health through exercise: The physical and mental strength of a cancer survivor’s journey
By Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. Research strongly supports regular exercise during and after cancer treatment to help manage side effects, rebuild strength and stamina, and lower the risk of recurrence. Yet fewer than 30% of U.S....
Read MoreTargeted support programs help older adults and people with disabilities maintain independence
By Nicole Long, MSW, LICSW CEO of Old Colony Elder Services Maintaining and celebrating independence as we age As we celebrate Independence Day on July 4th, it also reminds us of another meaningful form of...
Read MoreAre popular weight-loss medications about to become more affordable?
By Patricia Prewitt My Personal Rx Advisor The biggest challenge with GLP-1 medications has not been finding out about them – it has been finding a way to afford them. Popular medicines such as Wegovy, Ozempic, and...
Read MoreReleasing the pressure: How venting can help you process your grief
By Meghan Fitzpatrick, Hospice & Palliative Care Representative Old Colony Hospice & Palliative Care One of the things I have learned about grief is that sometimes you just need to vent. There is a strange period...
Read MorePersonalized care plans allow seniors to remain safe and comfortable in their own homes
Q: What is Celtic Angels Home Health Care? A: Celtic Angels Home Health Care is a locally owned and operated agency providing compassionate, personalized care to seniors and adults who wish to remain safe and comfortably in...
Read MoreWhen it comes to telehealth marketing, ‘let the buyer beware’ is the best path to success
By Patricia Prewitt My Personal Rx Advisor With the explosion of online telehealth companies, I have found myself drowning in a flood of emails/spam for “lifestyle” (weight loss, sexual health, hair loss) prescription products....
Read MoreWhy cracked and fractured teeth become more common as we age
By Dr. Qian Lin, DMD The Toothboss, www.toothboss.com One thing I’ve seen more often lately in my practice is cracked and fractured teeth, particularly in older adults. Many patients are surprised when it happens, and you can...
Read MoreSummer starts with peace of mind: Helping older adults stay safe, independent, and engaged
As June brings warmer weather, longer days, and opportunities to spend more time outdoors with family and friends, it also serves as a gentle reminder to check in on the health, safety, and well-being of the older adults we...
Read MoreSenior Living. Senior Solutions. Made Simple. Spring selling season is here – Don’t fall into the ‘Steal Estate Trap’
By Korey Welch, Owner of Boom Realty and Senior Mortgage Broker, Loan Factory As the weather warms up across the South Shore and throughout the Northeast, so does the real estate market. Spring has always been the busiest...
Read MoreWhat to expect at your first visit with a new dentist
By Dr. Qian Lin, DMD The Toothboss, www.toothboss.com In February, I took over The Toothboss when Dr. Richard Wolfert, DMD, the original Toothboss and previous author of this column, retired. So, all the patients I’ve been...
Read MorePrior authorization: How to fight back when your insurance stops covering your prescription
By Patricia Prewitt My Personal Rx Adviser Most of us have received the dreaded notification that a medication is “no longer covered” on our insurance plan. Often this occurs at the beginning of the year, or mid-year when...
Read MoreChampion your health: Celebrating older Americans month this May
By Michelle Sonia, President and CEO Seniors Helping Seniors Boston South Shore Each May, we celebrate Older Americans Month – a time to recognize the contributions, resilience, and vitality of older adults in our communities....
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