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...
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...
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...
Survey shows importance of mental health services for cancer patients
By Peg Lopata, Contributing Writer
REGION - While huge strides have been made in controlling cancer and ridding the body of it, no doubt it’s...
Noise pollution is more than an inconvenience
By Sharon Longo, Contributing Writer
REGION – Hammers pound, a train passes by, a car horn blasts, a lawn mower hums; sounds like a typical...
Slowing down the aging process may not be as hard as you think
By Colin McCandless, Contributing Writer
BOSTON - As we get older most everyone wants to tap into the fountain of youth and learn how to...
‘DIY’ healthcare is changing the industry and people’s lives
By Brett Peruzzi, Managing Editor
REGION - It’s been increasing in recent years due to technology enhancements. The shortage of medical staff and available appointments...
Oral health is key to overall well-being
By Peg Lopata, Contributing Writer
CAMBRIDGE - Inside your mouth is a little universe: a microbiome, as scientists call it. If all’s going well, the...
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...
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...
