Elderly, disabled to be forced into managed care plans
By Al Norman
On Aug. 22, Massachusetts became the first state in the nation to reach agreement with the federal government to engage in a...
Taking care of your mental health a priority
Getting older does not just mean a risk for physical ailments like heart disease and creaky knees: A new report finds as many as 1 in 5 American seniors has a mental health or substance abuse problem.
How can I get rid of glasses after cataract surgery? Part 4
By Dr. Jean Keamy
Cataracts typically occur in patients over 50. At birth the lens is crystal clear, but with time it gets cloudy. This...
Season for sinus infections approaches with available treatments
Dr. Roxanne Latimer
As the days of summer come to a close cooler and drier weather prevails, a common affliction that can develop is acute...
Hearing Loss can lead to depression
Hearing problems can happen gradually with age, making them easy to ignore. Yet, they can have a devastating impact — contributing to depression and...
How I spent my sales tax holiday: I stayed home
By Al Norman
I was not one of the thousands of Massachusetts shoppers prowling the retail aisles on Aug. 11 and 12 looking to avoid...
Election 2012: Don’t Stand on the Sidelines
By: Linda F. Fitzgerald
Election season is upon us. And, this year, for older Americans and our families, the ballot on Nov. 6 is more...
‘Mindfulness’ grows in popularity, and profits
In what’s become a daily ritual, Tim Ryan finds a quiet spot, closes his eyes, clears his mind and tries to tap into the eternal calm. In Ryan’s world, it’s a stretch for people to get this relaxed. He’s a member of Congress.
Skin damage, skin cancer: Safe sun goes beyond summer
By Jeannette Sheehan
In as little as 15 minutes the sun’s UV rays can damage our skin, yet it can take up to 12 hours...
The Supreme ‘Obamacare’ surprise will test mental health limits
By Al Norman
On June 28, Chief Justice John Roberts surprised a lot of people — myself included. I had been writing that the U.S....
