Walking is the latest ‘wonder drug’ for good health
By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer
REGION - On your next visit to your family doctor, would you be surprised if the hand-written prescription was this...
Improve your brain health with meditation
By Peg Lopata, Contributing Writer
REGION - It’s projected that up to 152 million people worldwide will be living with Alzheimer's disease by 2050. That’s...
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,...
Proper hydration is important for your health
By Sharon Longo
Contributing Writer
REGION – Many statistics show that about 75% of Americans are dehydrated. While this exact number may not be backed by...
Rehab hospitals help patients reclaim independence after serious injury or illness
By Colin McCandless, Contributing Writer
BRAINTREE – When Ralph was first accepted into Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Braintree, he had just been released from...
Stay fit and have fun with doubles tennis
By Peg Lopata, Contributing writer
REGION - Feel like a bit of running around, hitting a ball, and want a partner to play a game...
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...
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...
AARP Massachusetts presents webinar series on brain health
BY MIKE FESTA, STATE DIRECTOR, AARP MASSACHUSETTS
Despite common misconceptions, a weakening brain is not an inevitable part of aging. It’s true that the brain...
Framingham Heart Study celebrates 75th anniversary
By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer
Framingham Heart Study Principal Investigator and Director Vasan Ramachandran, MD, FACC, with Investigators Joanne Murabito, MD, Martin Larson, SD,...
