QuickTips Index
Drug Interactions
Facts you should know about drug interactions and how you can prevent these interactions.
Signs of Type 2 Diabetes
Information about the signs and symptoms of Type 2 Diabetesthat affects many seniors.
How I Quit smoking
From Marian Eure, Senior Health Guide, a personal testimony of my battle to quit smoking.
Prevent Fires and Burns
Information and tips for making your home safe from fire.
Preventing Colds and Flu
Information on preventing viral infections including colds and flu.
Preventing Falls
Simple tips to help you make your home a save haven against falls.
Buying a Hearing Aid
Information and advice on buying a hearing aid.
Medicare Changes 2006
Changes and cost increases for Medicare for the year 2006. Information on prescription drug coverage and rate increases.
Fixing Adult Strabismus
A study shows that surgically correcting adult strabismus is worthwhile even in the elderly.
Early Physical Activity Can Delay Dementia
Information about the effect of physical activity on the development of dementia.
Exercise Tolerance Test
Description of exercise tolerance test used to diaganose the health and efficiency of the cardiorespiratory (heart and lungs) system.
Prepare for Disasters or Emergency With Health Needs
Being ready for emergencies is important for those with special health needs or disabilities.
Liver Biopsy
Liver biopsy is a diagnostic test that removes a small peice of tissue from the liver to examine for damage or disease. This article explains how it is done with preparations needed.
Swallowing Disorders
Information about swallowing disorders that affect seniors.
Hearing Loss and Aging
How do you know if you have a hearing loss? Anwser these questions to see if you need to have your hearing evaluated.
Limit Salt to Lower Blood Pressure
Too much salt in the diet can increase blood pressure. Learn how much you need and which foods should be avoided.
Warnings on Aspirin For Older Adults
Physicians may need to balance benefits of using low dose aspirin therapy to prevent heart attack with risks from the same drug for their over age 70 patients.
Requip (ropinirole) Approved for Restless Leg Syndrome
Information about a medication that has just been approved for use in treating restless leg syndrome.
Cold Water Exercise May Increase Appetite
Quick tip that can help make your exercise routine more effective exercise in water. Water temperature may make a difference.
Electric Toothbrushes for Oral Health
Information about medical research on the beneficial effects of electric toothbrushes.
Your Medicare Appeal Rights
What are your rights under Medicare? Learn what your rights are and how to appeal if Medicare denies payment for coverage of a medical service you feel should be covered.
What to Look For in a Pair of Sunglasses
Information about the correct type of sunglasses to help protect the eyes from sun damage that may include cataracts.
Fewer Seniors Are Crime Victims
Information about a study from the Justice Department about seniors and crime.
Elder Abuse
Information and resources for dealing with and preventing elder abuse.
Glaucoma Awareness Month
Information about the yearly recognition of glaucoma as a health concern - helping to bring awareness to this problem.