Pain In the Neck
An endocrinologist took five biopsies of my thyroid. Test results showed a 50-50 possibility of that pain in the neck becoming cancerous.
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Expect Some Lower 2023 Medicare Costs and Improved Benefits
From an entitlement program standpoint, next year is going to be very good for retirees! Expect some lower 2023 Medicare costs and a few improved benefits.
October 25, 2022
Manage Heart Health for Stronger Brain Health
Experts encourage heart health to support brain health as studies show good vascular health is associated with healthy aging and retained cognitive function.
October 10, 2022
The Importance of Regular Immunizations for Heart Health
Adults, especially those with a history of heart disease or stroke, should stay up-to-date on preventive vaccines, particularly for flu and COVID-19.
September 20, 2022
How the Inflation Reduction Act Will Lower Drug Costs
The Inflation Reduction Act signed into law in August includes significant improvements to the Medicare program, which will kick in over the next few years.
September 20, 2022
Trying to Pet the Fan? Consider Cataract Surgery.
Despite my trepidation, I knew it was time to talk cataract surgery when I mistook my fan for a cat.
September 6, 2022
Foot Health and Peripheral Artery Disease
Many suffer and may be at risk of amputations of their toes, feet or legs as a result of an undetected disease known as peripheral artery disease (PAD).
September 2, 2022
Ultra-Processed Food Speeds Brain Decline
Eating a large amount of ultra-processed food can significantly accelerate cognitive decline, according to new research.
September 2, 2022
Should You Take Daily Aspirin for Your Heart?
Taking low-dose daily aspirin is beneficial to most people who’ve had a heart attack or stroke, but if you don’t have heart disease, you probably shouldn’t.
July 13, 2022
Supporting Mental Health in Rural America
Mental health is important for overall health. However, a gap can remain between understanding mental health and embracing solutions, particularly in rural areas.
June 27, 2022
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