Where's the Beef?
Monday December 29, 2003
With Mad Cow Disease in the news you might be wondering how it can affect your health. Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease is the human form of Mad Cow. While very rare ... Read More
Happy Holidays
Wednesday December 24, 2003
No matter how you celebrate it is my fervent wish that you have a safe and happy winter holiday season.
Deadly Air
Saturday December 20, 2003
It always saddens me to hear of deaths due to carbon monoxide poisoning that seem to occur every winter. Seniors are very much at risk. Be sure to stay safe ... Read More
For Future Seniors
Friday December 19, 2003
Early Fitness Protects Middle Age Hearts - this according to a study from Northwestern University. Though it is never to late to start a fitness program - the best ... Read More
Flu Update
Tuesday December 16, 2003
Influenza Summary Update from the CDC reports that at least 24 of the 50 states are reporting significant influenza infection. Have you gotten your flu shot? Do ... Read More
More Medicare Reform
Friday December 12, 2003
10 Reasons Why Many Senior Adults Won't Like Medicare Reforms from Timothy McBride, Ph.D., professor of health management and policy at Saint Louis University School of Public Health.
No Medigap For Drugs
Sunday December 7, 2003
Under a provision in the Medicare Bill set to be signed by President Bush on Monday, Medigap coverage for benficiaries out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs will no longer be available. ... Read More
Medicare Chief to go to Private Sector
Wednesday December 3, 2003
U.S. Medicare chief resigns, seeks industry job. Tom Scully, who helped to craft the recent Medicare legislation leaving to take job in private sector of the healthcare industry.
Health Away From Home
Wednesday December 3, 2003
Are you planning a trip during the upcoming holiday season? Plan on staying healthy when you travel by making some preparations before leaving home and by taking some simple precautions ... Read More