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What to Expect Before, During, & After a Total Knee Replacement

Knowing what to anticipate before, during, and after a total knee replacement can help you through this procedure with confidence!

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4 Tips For Choosing the Right Bathtub Lift

Bathtub lifts can help people with limited mobility enjoy the benefits of a relaxing bath safely and independently. To ensure that you or your loved one can maximize these benefits, it’s important to select the right lift. Here are 4 tips to guide you through this process.

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Top 10 Best Bath Lifts and Where to Buy Them

From installing a grab bar to purchasing a shower seat, there are a myriad of things you can do to make your bathroom a safer place! Here are the top 10 bath lifts available for purchase on Amazon.

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Who Should Be Screened for Lung Cancer?

While lung cancer can occur in anyone at any age, cigarette smoking is the top risk factor and is linked to about 80 to 90 percent of lung cancer deaths, and most people diagnosed with the disease are age 65 or older.

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The Hidden Dangers of Sleep Apnea

If your spouse is a loud snorer who wakes themself up during sleep, they probably need to be tested for sleep apnea, a dangerous disorder that affects more than 22 million Americans, but often goes undiagnosed.

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Toby Keith’s Unforgettable Final Award Show Performance, “Don’t Let the Old Man In”

At the first-ever People’s Choice Country Awards (September 28, 2023), country music icon Toby Keith made an emotional comeback to the performance stage that left wife, attendees, and viewers everywhere in tears.

Toby Keith's Unforgettable Final Award Show Performance, "Don't Let the Old Man In"

What if You Don’t Like Your Provider? Expert Tips from a Hospitalist

Personality differences and off-interactions can be normal. We’re only human after all. But, if you’re feeling unsafe in any way during your hospital stay. Well, that’s another story.

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Toby Keith Dead at 62 After Battle with Stomach Cancer

“He fought this fight with grace and courage.”

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How Medicare Covers Physical Therapy Services

Medicare has no limits on how much it will pay for therapy services, but there is an annual coverage threshold you should be aware of. Here’s what you should know.

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5 Tips for Managing Blood Sugar as You Age

Did you know that almost 30% of Americans over 65 have diabetes?

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Make These 7 Proactive Choices to Strengthen Your Emotional Health in Retirement

Emotional health is just as important as physical health and prioritizing it is essential to maintaining the highest quality of life. Let’s talk about some proactive measures you can take to improve and protect your emotional health so you can feel happier, more fulfilled, and in control of your life during retirement.

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Does Medicare Cover Weight-Loss Treatments?

Traditional Medicare does indeed cover some weight-loss treatments, but not all. Here’s what you should know.

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Former Pro Ballerina with Alzheimer’s Performs Emotional ‘Swan Lake’ Dance

For some, music is an escape. For others, it’s a powerful tool in their fight against Alzheimer’s.


10 Best Telehealth Providers for Seniors

If you’re an older adult who’d like to continue using telehealth services, you’re in the right place. Here are the top 10 telehealth providers for seniors.

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Best Meal Delivery Services for Seniors Who Don’t Cook

There are actually a wide variety of healthy meal delivery options that can help non-cooking seniors who live at home. Here are several top options to check into.  

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