Category: HEALTH
How winter weather affects your teeth and gums
By Dr. Richard Wolfert, DMD The Toothboss, www.toothboss.com Winter is coming. No avoiding that. As the temperature drops, we all feel the effects of winter, ranging from dry skin and chapped lips to the occasional chill in our...
Read MoreMedicare in 2026: What changes to costs should you expect?
By Patricia Prewitt My Personal Rx Adviser The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 was designed to lower drug costs, expand coverage, and improve the sustainability of the Medicare program for years to come. At the time of this...
Read MoreReduce your holiday stress and encourage connections by helping others during the season
By Nicole Long, MSW, LICSW CEO of Old Colony Elder Services The holidays are here! While this is a time to gather with loved ones, celebrate traditions and reflect on cherished memories, for some it may be bittersweet and a very...
Read MoreStay active through the holiday season with the home-based kitchen island workout
By Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. Would you believe that your kitchen island or counter can serve as more than just a place for cooking or preparing meals? Throughout this Christmas holiday, it can double as a stable and effective...
Read MoreThe privilege of care: Lessons from 16 years of navigating aging as a professional and with family
By Mark Friedman In April 2019, South Shore Senior News published my column entitled “Navigating the future: Plans, preparations and a guy about to get on a plane.” It was all about an early discussions with my parents about...
Read MoreLove song about my patients serves as a reminder of why I love music
By Dr. Richard Wolfert, DMD The Toothboss, www.toothboss.com Last month, I mentioned a song written for my practice, “The Toothboss of My Heart.” The song and video featuring staff and patients is now available on my website,...
Read MoreDebunking the myth of the ‘hapless grandparent:’ Seniors succeeding in the digital age
By Michelle Sonia, President and CEO Seniors Helping Seniors Boston South Shore A recent article in the Harvard Gazette highlighted a new book entitled “Wired Wisdom: How to Age Better Online.” I was intrigued to learn...
Read MoreMedicare Part D Open Enrollment is here: Open your mail (or email)!
By Patricia PrewittMy Personal Rx Adviser By now you have likely received the Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) for 2026 for your Medicare Insurance (supplemental gap or Medicare Advantage) plan, and/or your Medicare Part D...
Read MoreHonoring the dedication and selflessness of caregivers during November’s national month of recognition
By Nicole Long, MSW, LICSWCEO of Old Colony Elder Services November is National Caregivers Month, a time to recognize and honor caregivers.According to the “Caregiving in the U.S. 2025” report by the National Alliance for...
Read MoreGiving thanks for proper estate planning, which reduces stress and gives families peace of mind
By Elizabeth A. Caruso, Esq. Instead of a Myth or Fact, this month, in honor of Thanksgiving, I’m going around the figurative dinner table to say why I am thankful for estate planning.I’m thankful that a proper estate plan can...
Read MoreFollow this fitness formula for a flatter stomach this fall
By Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. For quicker belly fat reduction and visible abs, try these tips alongside the exercises from my May 2023 “Melt Your Belly Fat: A Three-Step Series” article.Develop a lifestyle planTruthfully, it takes...
Read MoreFour factors to guide care decisions and help you make the right choices for your situation
By Mark Friedman Having a personalized plan – as we discussed in last month’s article – is one of the most important steps you can take to age well. Once you’ve outlined your priorities, values, and preferences, you’ll find it...
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