August is National Immunization Awareness Month. As we age, our immune system can weaken creating circumstances that make…
Importance of HEP-C Testing
Recently, I was at a luncheon and heard a woman speak about the Hepatitis C virus (HCV). She…
988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
In 2022, a new nationwide service became available to everyone in the United States. The National Suicide Prevention…
Cochlear Synaptopathy
I have heard a similar story throughout my adult life. People say that they have trouble hearing and…
Stay Safe in the Sun
The long-awaited summer season is almost here. Winter is not terrible and spring and autumn are pretty nice,…
Fear of Falling & Preventing Falls
The fear of falling as we age is a very real concern. Most of us can tell a…
Is It a Stomach Bug or Gastroenteritis?
When I was a kid, there were two types of illness in our household. If it was a…
Hearing Loss & Its Impact on Life
Hearing loss is one of the most common conditions affecting older adults. According to the National Institute on…
Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)
January is Thyroid Awareness Month and a good time to learn about this small, but mighty gland. The…
Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid)
January is Thyroid Awareness Month and a good time to learn about this small, but mighty gland. The…