Walking and Trekking Poles Help Seniors Stay Active
by Ellen Blake Discover these game-changers for older adults who love to walk outside: walking and trekking poles! When I...
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Best Gifts for Loved Ones with Dementia
by Ellen Blake My beautiful, intelligent, funny Mom, age 92, is in the early stages of dementia. She is still...
Treatment for Dry Cracked Heels: Give Your Feet Some Love
by Ellen Blake I woke up this morning, pulled on my pants, and heard the awful scratchy sound of my...
Skincare Products You’d Want if Stranded on a Desert Island
Author: Fayne Frey,MD, Board Certified Dermatologist Let’s pretend you’re stuck on a desert island. Your personal genie will grant you...
Stay Spry and Keep Moving: Making Sense of Compression Socks
contributed by guest writer As we age, maintaining a healthy lifestyle involves thoughtful choices. An often-overlooked aspect is taking care...
Arthritis? How Did I Get That and How Can I Fix it?
by Adam Wright, MD How Did I Get Arthritis and Is It Curable? This morning Professor James from the local...
Oh My Aching Mouth-Dealing with Dental Needs in Our Later Years
by Teresa Yang, D.D.S., author of Nothing but the Tooth: An Insider’s Guide to Dental Health Hair turns gray or...
Best Gifts for Pickleball Players
by Ellen Blake There are lots of great gifts for pickleball players available these days. Pickleball, also sometimes referred to...
Childhood Memories: The Significance of Insignificant Moments
by Leslie Farin Lately, I find myself immersed in childhood memories when visiting with Dad, age 92, perhaps because I...
6 Dermatologist Approved Tips for Dry, Cracked Heels
by Fayne Frey, M.D. Board Certified Dermatologist Winter can be beautiful, especially in the Northeast. Think about the white covered...
Mary Lou Retton, Olympic Legend ‘Fighting for Her Life’ with Pneumonia
by Leslie Farin Olympic gold medalist Mary Lou Retton, age 55, is "fighting for her life," according to her daughter...
Chronic Stress Can Damage Your Health – What Should You Do?
by Sally Trase Life is full of stress. We all face many demands each day in our quest to take...
How (and Why) to Stop Multitasking and Get More Done
by Ellen Blake Is multitasking good for the brain? Many of us think of ourselves as great multitaskers. As someone...
Straight Talk About Medicare: The Wrong Plan Can Cost You
Why does Medicare have to be so confusing? Its multi-part structure with varying eligibility criteria, enrollment periods, cost-sharing requirements, and...
Curious About Intermittent Fasting? Is It for You?
by Ellen Blake Why is everyone talking about intermittent fasting? I hear about it from friends and colleagues regularly. Most...
Ways to Save Money on Healthy Food at the Grocery Store
by Ellen Blake How can I save money on healthy food when grocery prices are so crazy high these days,...
Looking for Decorative Grab Bars That Don’t Look Like Grab Bars?
by Leslie Farin Did you know there are lots of decorative grab bars that don't look like grab bars on...
Understanding Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Jimmy Buffet’s Rare Skin Cancer
by Fayne Frey, M.D. On September 1st, 2023, Jimmy William Buffett, a great American musician and singer-songwriter, passed away surrounded...
16 Ways to Cook with Turmeric, the Trendy and Super Healthy Spice
by Ellen Blake A lot of people cook with turmeric these days. It's not only a delightful way to add...
How Do I Know if I Have Erectile Dysfuntion (ED) and What Should I Do?
By Dr. Ron Kline, M.D. Medical Director, Renewal Medical Centers of North Texas You don’t need to accept ED simply...
What is Aging Hair Loss and When Should I Consider a Topper or Wig?
by Peggy Knight, Owner, Thriving with Hair Loss My personal story is simple. I lost my hair as a child...
Gray Area Drinking: When the Stereotype Doesn’t Fit
by Debi Talbert "Gray area drinking" typically refers to a situation where individuals consume alcohol in a manner that falls...
Yes, Fibromyalgia is Real: Diagnosis and Treatment
by Leslie Farin For years, controversy swirled around the diagnosis of "fibromyalgia". Doctors thought it wasn't a real condition. Many...
The Mystery of Moisturizers – Do you Really Know What’s in Yours?
by Fayne Frey, Board Certified Dermatologist As I do every morning, I woke up today at 6:00 a.m., put on...
Mosquito Repellents: Which Ones Truly Work?
By Ellen Blake Do you know which mosquito repellents actually work? Most people do not. The marketing labels on these...
Board Certified Dermatologist Calls B.S. on 10 Step Korean Skin Care
by Fayne Frey, M.D. The 10 Step Korean Skin Care Process is Trending I am a board certified dermatologist with...
Why Has Pickleball Become a Controversial Sport? Pickleball Noise Complaints Need to be Taken Seriously
by Ellen Blake Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the U.S., with 4.8 million players as of last year according...
Is It Best to Wash Your Face Before, After or In the Shower?
by Ellen Blake When is the best time to wash your face? This question is one our expert dermatologist, Dr....
Why are People Playing Pickleball Nude?
by Ellen Blake Nude Pickleball is Taking Off (Pun Intended!). It's true - clothing optional pickleball is definitely taking off....
Ultra Easy Garlic Butter Salmon with Spinach, Tomatoes and Onions
This Garlic Butter Salmon in Foil recipe is an ultra-easy and delicious dinner to make on busy weeknights. It’s ready...
