Five misconceptions about Medicare coverage
By R. R. Fletcher, Contributing Writer
Have you started thinking about Medicare? If you are close to your 65th birthday, probably. And, on the surface,...
Women’s cycling group traverses Massachusetts during four-day trek
Fitness and Friendship - Women's group achieves goals, stays fit though cycling
By Debra Roberts, Contributing Writer
NORTHBRIDGE – On a cold, January day, amid the...
Regular exams are a key step in maintaining eye health
By Peg Lopata, Contributing writer
REGION - Losing one’s eyesight was once not uncommon for elders, but luckily things have changed. For example, the science...
Westborough woman channels breast cancer experience into massage therapy career
By Peg Lopata, Contributing writer
WESTBOROUGH – A woman who knows how to take care of herself is a good bet for someone who knows...
The importance of eating enough leafy greens
By Sharon Oliver, Contributing Writer
REGION - Vegetables come in all sorts of forms, sizes and colors and are packed with vital nutrients. Red beets,...
For healthy feet, take care of your overall well-being
By Debbie Spingarn, Contributing Writer
REGION - Seventy-five percent of Americans will experience foot problems at some point in their lifetime, and adults over the...
FDA Approves Leqembi, a promising drug used to treat Alzheimer’s disease
By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer
REGION - In June, a drug called Leqembi was given full approval by the FDA, to help slow the progression...
Plant-based “superfoods” touted to prevent disease and prolong life
By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer
REGION - What are your eating habits? You are probably like most of us: a “meat and potatoes” person. You...
Long-time attributed benefits of vitamin D facing more doubts
By David Wilkening
Contributing Writer
REGION - The “sunshine” vitamin’s bright reputation as a long-standing panacea for various health issues has been further dimmed by a...
Get free help with Medicare from SHINE
By Peg Lopata, Contributing Writer
REGION - SHINE (Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone) – a name that aligns with the organization’s mission to...
