Protect Yourself--Get A Flu Shot
You can protect yourself and your family by getting a flu shot.
Avoiding The Gap In Medicare Coverage
While many seniors have benefited from Medicare Part D--the government insurance program that provides coverage for prescription drugs--grasping its intricate ins and outs can be a challenge.
Healthy Tips To Survive The Feasting Season
There are a number of ways to help avoid putting on weight during celebratory times.
Easing The High Energy Cost Burden
Help is available to older Americans so they can cope with escalating energy costs in these challenging times.
Health Care Costs And Your Retirement Plan
It's likely that Medicare will play an important role in helping with health care expenses after you reach 65, but it won't pay for everything.
Tips On Making A Home More Senior Friendly
A growing number of seniors are finding that with a few design changes, their home can be made to accommodate their needs, and they can avoid moving to a new home or retirement community.
Staying Active Longer
Americans 50 and older are determined to outpace their advancing years.
Resolve To Eat Healthier And Lose Weight
There are ways for cost-conscious dieters to lose weight without a lot of belt tightening.
Teachers' Nest Eggs May Need Tending
Big changes are required for retirement plans.
A Checklist Can Increase Understanding Of Medicare Prescription Drug Plans
For Americans 65 years of age or older, the end of the year brings the annual open enrollment period for stand-alone Medicare Part D plans.
Medicare Advantage Plans Are On The Rise
Is there an advantage to Medicare Advantage (MA)?
Stink Bugs
A "stinky" situation? Stink bugs aren't harmful, but they can be an odoriferous nuisance.
Healthful Breakfast Treats Let You Wake Up To Paradise
More and more Americans are waking up to a nutritious, delicious fact.
Blueberry Cobbler--Sweet And Juicy
Blueberry Cobbler bubbling in the oven warms the house with a cozy aroma.
Military Order Of The Purple Heart Elects New National Commander
Jeff Roy of Longmont, CO, has been elected National Commander of the Military Order of the Purple Heart.
Planning A Sports Party That Will Score With Your Guests
Hosting a successful sports party involves more than fun and games. Fortunately, a little bit of planning can help remove much of the stress and help you create a party that will score with your guests.
Macadamia Nuts Add The Gift Of Nutrition To Holiday Dishes
When making your holiday lists and checking them twice, don't forget to stock up on extra macadamia nuts. Adding these tasty nuts to your holiday fare can help keep your loved ones healthy.
Long-Term Care Insurance Can Help You Savor The Comforts Of Home
Long-term care insurance protects your assets so you don't have to watch your life savings whittled away by the cost of your care.
Medicare Open Enrollment Begins November 15th
Each year, plans adjust what they cost and what they cover. Now is the time for people with Medicare to review the changes being made by their current plan and compare it to others to make sure it still meets their needs.
Discovering A Caribbean Gem
Sometimes the best vacation experiences are the ones we least expect.
Understanding Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage
Here's good news for anyone confused by Medicare's new drug coverage.
A Critical Part Of Everyone's Health Care
Getting a vaccination early in the flu season can help protect you--and those in your family and community--against the potentially dangerous effects of the flu.
Planning For Retirement In A Tough Economy
A financial advisor can help make it easier to plan for your retirement.
Cooking Up Southern-Style Dishes
A new cookbook features 1,250 Southern-style recipes, along with cooking tips and 50 menus for everyday and special occasions.
Bars And Brownies Made With Macadamia Nuts Are Nutritious And Delicious
Here's mouthwatering news: You can give family and friends decadent desserts with good-for-you nuts in them.
Dressed For The Holidays
When it's the holiday season in the Valley Forge area and Montgomery County, Pa., the historic sites, villages, inns, malls and more are dressed in their holiday best.
New Index Helps Determine Future Of Retirement
More and more Americans plan to "unretire" and continue to work past age 67.
Homemade Baked Goods Even Better With Macadamia Nuts
Few things say "I'm thinking of you" at holiday time like homemade cookies and shortbread.
Snowbird Seniors Heading South Urged To Use Direct Deposit
As retired "snowbirds" head south for the winter, the U.S. Department of the Treasury hopes their pre-trip to-do lists include something beyond packing shorts and sunscreen. At the top of their list should be protecting their money.
Ways To Get Free Professional Financial Advice
Low-income families have a number of resources available to help them get professional financial advice, free of charge.
Legal Affairs: Assisting Your Loved Ones
Good news: The number of older adults in the U.S. continues to increase.
The ABCs--And D--Of Medicare
It's as simple as ABC: If you or someone you care for is a senior citizen, it may pay to learn the Medicare alphabet.
Finding Your Prescription For Medicare Savings
Identifying the lowest-cost prescription coverage plan to meet their needs can be a challenge for many people who qualify for Medicare prescription drug coverage or Part D.
Repairing America's Health Care System
Most Americans agree that the nation's health care system is in desperate need of repair, and some innovative suggestions for fixing what ails the system are being offered by leaders in nursing.
Searching For The Ultimate Displaced Fan
Football fans often root for their hometown favorites, even if they're thousands of miles away.
Caregiver Community
Family caregivers can now get information and encouragement through an online community.
Getting Older Doesn't Have to Be "Painful"
These days, older Americans are on the go and are spending their retirement traveling, playing sports and volunteering, but many suffer needlessly in pain.
Advice For Caregivers
Now Medicare offers some help.
A Brighter Future For Blinded Veterans
There's promising news for American veterans of conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan who have lost part or all of their sight.
Spotlight On Senior Driving: When To Transition To The Passenger Seat
A growing number of families will be looking for advice on how to approach a difficult subject: When should an older family member make the transition from the driver's seat to the passenger side?
Hector Elizondo: Caring For A Loved One With Alzheimer's Dementia
For Emmy Award-winning actor Hector Elizondo, the challenges of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's dementia are very personal.
Family Security And Employee Benefits
The choices you make in your employer-sponsored group benefits can be much more important than many realize.
A New Nut Gets Added To The Health Basket
Macadamia nuts are heart healthy. Including 1.5 ounces of macadamia nuts each day as part of a heart-healthy diet may lead to an improvement in blood cholesterol levels, according to a new study conducted at The Pennsylvania State University.
A New Look At Diabetes And Vision
People with diabetes know well that healthy diet, exercise and regular glucose monitoring are essential for reducing the risk of serious, even life-threatening complications.
What's Cooking In Martinique: A Marriage Of French And Creole Cuisines
Blending French and Creole cuisines, Martinique's restaurants offer visitors a world of exotic tastes.
Ready For Retirement? Be Prepared With Inflation-Adjusted Income
There is a way to neutralize the effect of inflation.
Key Information For Protecting Children Online
With more children becoming Internet savvy at a younger age and being exposed to online peer pressure, parents should take an active role in helping their children stay safe while they surf.
New Options For Baby Boomers With Foot And Ankle Arthritis
Foot and ankle surgeons say baby boomers are more likely than previous generations to seek care when arthritis develops in their toes, feet and ankles.
Hip Replacement Improves Lives
Total hip replacement could vastly improve the quality of life of older Americans with osteoarthritis.
A Senior Care Option For Baby Boomers
The number of baby boomers is booming.
A Common Cause Of "Senior Moments"
When people in their 60s, 70s or 80s experience unusual feelings-lost time, suspended awareness, confusion, seizures-they may think they're a regular part of aging.
Saving Dollars Makes Good Sense For Seniors
Saving money makes good sense. That's particularly true for seniors-especially in a suspect economy.
National Survey Shows People Prefer Personalized Cell Phone Services
Answering the call for a personalized telephone began longer ago than many people realize.
The Graying Of America And The Increased Risk For Heart Valve Disease
As the American population ages, the national risk for heart valve disease is expected to increase-leading to greater incidence of valve replacement and increased use of anticoagulants.
Doctors' Hospitals Provide Quality Care
The next time you or someone you care about is about to go to the hospital, it may be a healthy idea to find out who owns it.
Pass Tax-Free Wealth To Your Heirs With Single Premium Life
If you're ever looking for a way to immediately increase the size of your estate, grow your money tax-deferred, pass wealth to your heirs tax-free and have funds available in case of a health emergency, you may care to consider single premium life insurance (SPL).
Senior Safety: The Prepaid Phone Connection
Experts say there's a particular group of consumers who are not getting all they can from cell phones--seniors.
When Two Are Better Than One: Helping African Americans With High Blood Pressure Manage Their Condition
High blood pressure can be easily measured and successfully treated.
Seniors: How To Manage Prescription Drug Costs
Simple steps to keep out-of-pocket costs in check.
Active Seniors Wanted
A growing number of retired seniors who are looking for a way to make a difference in the lives of others and earn some extra money are getting back into the workforce.
Take Charge Of Your Heart Health: Know Your Cholesterol Levels
If you thought cancer was the leading cause of female deaths in the United States, think again.
Medications And The Older Adult
The good news is modern medicines can help people live longer and better lives.
Helping Prevent Depression In Older Adults
Spending time with older adults, especially those in care facilities, can help prevent depression--for them and for you.
Tips For Medication Management
Pharmacist Carrie Sacky answers questions about proper medication use.
Software Lets Parents Follow Students' Progress
With many schools using student information software, parents and students are increasingly able to leverage the Internet to track academic progress and impact achievement.
Supplements Help Young Eyes
A new study from the Vision Science Laboratory at the University of Georgia suggests that nutritional support for eye health should begin much earlier than previously thought.
Seeing A Screen Legend Clearly
Technological advances in recent years have made cataract surgery faster, safer, more comfortable and ultimately more effective.
What Every Senior Needs To Know About Online Safety
Safety tips for Web-savvy seniors.
Resources For Caregivers
If you are one of the more than 10 million Americans caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease, you have a lot to handle. Fortunately, there are a number of resources that can help.
A Place For Mom: Making The Right Choice
For many baby boomers, it's not just their retirement to think about, it's finding the right place for their aging parents to live.
Feast Your Eyes On Eye Healthy Foods
Studies show eating foods rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, vitamin E and zinc may slow the progression of age-related macular degeneration.
A Growing Health Concern Among An Aging Population
For people with atrial fibrillation--when the heart beats more than 300 times per minute--anticoagulants are often prescribed.
Delivering Help Where It Is Needed
One organization is helping patients get the medical care they need--including prescription medicines--after such natural disasters as floods, hurricanes and tornadoes.
Majority Of Retirees At Risk Of Outliving Retirement Assets
Secure a steady source of guaranteed income in retirement.
Straight Talk About Drug Benefit Plans
While drug benefit plans have become more common, there are still aspects of these benefits that some consumers can find confusing.
How To Make Moving Less Stressful For Seniors
An estimated 1.6 million people over the age of 65 will move this year. Fortunately, there are ways to make this kind of move less stressful.
How To Make Retirement Savings Last
With life expectancies on the rise, many baby boomers are now focused on making their savings last through their retirement years.
Reverse Mortgages Provide Senior Citizens Facing Foreclosure With Options
Learning more about reverse mortgages could make it easier to stay in your home during retirement.
Ten Smart Ways To Save Money On Groceries
Here are 10 ways to save serious money at the supermarket.
Find Favorite Products
Favorite medicine hard to find? Not anymore.
Seniors Fight Age-Related Eye Disease With Breakthrough Treatment
More than 15 million American seniors live with some form of AMD, a leading cause of blindness in people over 60.
Probiotics: More Than Just Yogurt
Probiotics have become one of the latest buzzwords in digestive health.
Making Tomorrow's Health Care Decisions Today
When it comes to making decisions about the kind of health care they'll receive in the future, many Americans are willing to put off those decisions for as long as possible.
The Essentials On Social Security Retirement Benefits
Make sense of Social Security benefits.
A Model Of Excitement
Building a model can be a great way to keep the mind sharp and the hands active.
Fun Attractions To Keep Everyone Entertained
The trick when traveling with the family is to choose destinations that everyone--from the littlest toddler to teenagers--will enjoy.
