3-D printing creates custom knee replacements
For some patients who have had knee replacement surgery and undergone the subsequent physical therapy, getting the second knee replaced is not an idea they relish.
November audio book releases
THE BURNING ROOM (A Harry Bosch Novel)*Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Pub Date: November 3
By Michael Connelly                                        Read by Titus Welliver
In the LAPD's Open-Unsolved Unit, not...
COPD: Preventable and treatable lung disease
By Sarah Toadvine
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a preventable and treatable lung disease that affects more than 5 percent of the population. People...
Gov. Baker has an opportunity to give state’s aging clout
By Al Norman
One of the biggest opportunities waiting for Gov. Charlie Baker is to more efficiently deliver long term care services for older residents...
So we have germs: But they’re our unique germs
Sorry, clean freaks. No matter how well you scrub your home, it’s covered in bacteria from your own body. And if you pack up and move, you’ll rapidly transfer your unique microbial fingerprint .
The new year offers a resolution for better health
By Dr. Steven A. Nielsen
The holidays are in full swing, characterized by the hustle and bustle of celebrations, traditions and last-minute shopping. The days...
Why flu should be in the headlines instead of Ebola
By Dr. David Rideout
There is no doubt that the media has been focusing on the Ebola health concerns, but there is a far greater...
Bay State’s 50+ population a source of significant buying power
By Mike Festa
Just how much economic activity in Massachusetts is generated by people over age 50? Business owners and others might be surprised: Across...
New governor must listen to the needs of invisible elders
By Al Norman
Massachusetts has elected a new governor.
One of the most striking details about the long campaign was the almost total lack of attention...
4 Medicare Advantage shopping tips
Early December may be the least wonderful time of the year for Medicare Advantage customers who still haven’t settled on coverage plans for 2015.
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