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• Is it a health insurance plan or a discount plan? Know the difference

  Published on December 2, 2014
  A health discount plan is different than a health insurance plan. Learn what the difference is before buying your health insurance.

• Hypothermia: A serious risk for the elderly

  Published on November 25, 2014
  Hypothermia can be a serious risk in the elderly, especially during the winter season. Learn how to protect yourself and others against hypothermia.

• Fitting fiber into your diet with real food

  Published on November 21, 2014
  Over 90 percent of the American population does not consume enough fiber in their daily diet.

• What to do after a doctor’s visit

  Published on October 16, 2014
  Follow up and follow through to ensure quality health care.

• Turning loneliness into peaceful solitude

  Published on October 16, 2014
  Conquering loneliness is to build a private strength.

• Exercise: A key to healthy aging and staying independent – part 2

  Published on October 5, 2014
  As we age it is important to continue to exercise in order to maintain healthy daily living.

• Preparing to talk to older adults about driving

  Published on October 3, 2014
  Relatives, friends and caregivers can help older adults transition from “driver” to “passenger.”

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  Exercise: A key to healthy aging and staying independent – part 1

  Published on October 2, 2014
  Exercise is an important tool to maintaining your independent functioning as you age. Learn how to add exercise to your day through some of your regular activities.

• Getting the most out of your doctor’s visit

  Published on September 30, 2014
  Making the most out of your time with your doctor includes listening and asking questions.

• Preparing for your doctor’s appointment

  Published on September 28, 2014
  Research shows that you get the best health care when you prepare for your doctor’s visits.

• Avoiding medication errors

  Published on September 25, 2014
  Medication errors can be harmful – learn what you can do to prevent them.

• Healthcare professionals can encourage physical activity for persons with disabilities

  Published on September 19, 2014
  Over 80 percent of adults with disabilities are willing to be more active if their doctor recommends it.

• Enterovirus D68’ – another infectious disease gains momentum

  Published on September 11, 2014
  Health officials are warning of yet again another infectious disease and this one is particularly dangerous to children. The virus, called the Enterovirus 68 or (EV-D68) is becoming widespread.

• Aging adults and drivers safety

  Published on September 11, 2014
  Ask yourself these questions to see if you or a loved one should still be behind the wheel.

• Prepaid funerals help secure our financial future

  Published on September 3, 2014
  Have you thought about your final arrangements for your passing? By planning early, you can avoid costly mistakes and create a sense of peace for your family.

• Money experts

  Published on September 3, 2014
  How well do you know your financial advisor?

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  The importance of adult sibling relationships

  Published on August 31, 2014
  Sibling relationships are more important as we age.

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  Real eyes: The importance of your vision

  Published on August 14, 2014
  August is Eye Care and Cataracts Awareness Month.

• Are you having mixed feeling about diabetes?

  Published on August 6, 2014
  Your doctor diagnosed you with diabetes. Are you in a state of disbelief or hoping that the doctor is wrong?

• Grandma’s yellow pie plate

  Published on July 30, 2014
  Later life decisions include planning for transferring non-titled property (your personal belongings and treasures) as well as titled financial assets (home, vehicles and investments).