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3 Ways Seniors Can Get More from their Smartphones

(StatePoint) With the rapid pace of new developments in smartphone technology, it can be hard to keep up with all the changes, especially if you grew up in an era when phones were attached to a ...
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How to Manage the Symptoms of Menopause

(StatePoint) Menopause is often associated with troublesome symptoms like hot flashes and mood swings, yet even more serious health issues may be part of this life stage, such as heart ...
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What Parents & Grandparents Should Know About HPV Vaccinations

By Mark Arredondo MD, FACS   The human papilloma virus (HPV) is comprised of 150 various viruses that cause infection. About 75% are skin viruses leading to growths or warts, but ...
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Understanding the Serious Nature of Mini-Strokes

  Knowing the warning signs of a mini-stroke could help save a life.   A survey conducted by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association shows one-third of ...
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Spotlight on Health: Prostate Cancer Screening

Concepts in Prostate Cancer Screening - Is a diagnosis as bad as we thought? By Mark Arredondo, MD FACS   Most men will not develop prostate cancer but we know that increasing age ...
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What’s the deal with multivitamins?

By Helen Sanders, Health Ambition   Most people know that getting the right nutrition is important, especially as we age. Multivitamins are the little one-a-day supplement which ...
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Actively Speaking: The Best Fit

By Aimee Hodges, CI-CPT   May I begin with a confession? I am secretly judging your shoes. I notice all types of shoes, from high heels to running shoes. Spotting the latest trends in ...
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Actively Speaking: The New Year’s Day Workout

by Aimee Hodges, CI-CPT   January is here!. Coming off a holiday smorgasbord, it's time to face the facts – our bodies need to get moving but our minds wonder where to begin. ...
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How to improve overall endurance

Pushing oneself physically can be exhausting and demanding. But whether you're a seasoned athlete, a part-time fitness enthusiast or even someone who lives a largely sedentary lifestyle, you can ...
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Organic claims not always accurate

In an effort to live a more environmentally friendly lifestyle, consumers have embraced organic foods in record numbers. They stand behind the idea that organic products are not only better for ...
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10 Fun Ways to Exercise Your Dog

You've traveled this route many times. Your footsteps are on automatic pilot and your dog is tired of smelling the same patches of grass. You continue your daily walks sticking as closely to ...
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4 foods that can boost energy levels

Diet can go a long way toward increasing or lowering energy levels. No one wants to consume foods that will make it harder for them to get through the day, so the following are a handful of foods ...
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Thyroid Disorders Often Missed in Seniors

Savvy Senior Dear Savvy Senior, Can you write a column on the overlooked problem of thyroid disease? After struggling with chronic fatigue, joint pain and memory problems, I was finally ...
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Forgetfulness: What’s Normal, What’s Not?

Savvy Senior Forgetfulness: What’s Normal, What’s Not? Dear Savvy Senior, At age 76, my husband has become forgetful lately and is worried he may have Alzheimer’s. What resources can you ...
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Flu Vaccines Designed Specifically for Seniors

Dear Savvy Senior, Are there any specific flu shots that are better suited for seniors? I just turned 65 and would like to find out what’s recommended and how Medicare covers ...
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What exactly is cancer?

Cancer can affect anyone. Sometimes it strikes with no warning, while other times people may have a genetic predisposition. Various medical organizations say there are between 100 and 200 ...
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