How to keep healthy in winter months
Question: Besides dressing warmly, being careful on icy surfaces, and eating well, what advice do you have for getting through the winter? Answer: Here are some handy suggestions from the Cleveland Clinic for avoiding winter health issues: Let there be light! The darkness that comes with shorter days can make some of us feel less…
The benefit of volunteering for volunteers
Question: I am recently retired, in excellent health and full of energy. When I mentioned the possibility of doing some volunteering, one friend was surprised, saying, “You’ve given so much to your family and career. You should do something for you!” What’s your reaction? Answer: That’s a great option. Volunteering does a lot for the volunteer. In…
Be mindful of Medicare scams
Scammers don’t take a break during the holidays. They are as common as the seasonal music we hear in our favorite department stores, according to the Senior Medical Patrol (SMP), which helps Medicare beneficiaries, and their families avoid fraud, waste, and abuse. Three widespread scams now flourishing are connected to COVID-19 testing, pharmaceutical programs, and…
How to eat healthy for the holidays
Question: I’m really looking forward to my sister’s holiday party and seeing family and friends, but I know I will be tempted by all the food and a lot of diet-busting desserts. I’ve been trying to eat healthier all year long, and I’m afraid the holiday season will undo my hard work. Do you have any…
Getting help for holiday depression
The holidays are “the most wonderful time of the year.” Friends are cooking, shopping, and comparing holiday plans. With all of this activity comes the expectation that we too must feel festive, excited, and involved. However, for some of us, the holidays bring feelings of loss and regret. We compare the present with the past…
What to keep an eye on as you get older
Question: I’m a 65-year-old woman who has worn glasses since childhood. My overall vision is good, but I am wondering what eye issues I should be aware of as I grow older. What are your thoughts? Answer: As we get older, our eyes and vision can change. But, as the experts at the Cleveland Clinic…
Gratitude is the heart of the holidays
Author Deepak Chopra, M.D., says practicing gratitude is a way to counteract stress and stay healthy. Taking life one day at a time can help. Here are some ways to practice gratitude: Keep a gratitude journal. Write down what makes you grateful. We often dwell on losses or unfulfilled wishes rather than the many reasons…
For the holiday season, consider AgeSpan
Your generosity is needed now more than ever. With your support, people across the Merrimack Valley and North Shore will have nutritious food, rides to medical appointments, and a safe place to live.
OTC hearing aids can be a game-changer for those with hearing loss
Nov 7, 2022 I Ask Joan – Weekly Q and A Column Question: I think my husband has been experiencing some hearing loss over the last year. He often turns the TV up very loud and regularly asks others to repeat what they have said to him. He’s thought about hearing aids but has been…
Caring for those who help during National Family Caregivers Month
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