Long-term care: Planning for the future
Long-term care is expensive, and Medicare does not cover the costs. And there are other reasons to plan ahead, to learn about your options for care before you need help. That way, if you need care suddenly, you and your family won’t have to scramble. Equally important, you won’t end up in a nursing home just because no one knew alternatives were available.
New advances in cataract surgery
By Dr. Steven A. Nielsen
It’s a fact — as we age, so do our eyes. Most people over 40 will develop cataracts over time,...
January audio book releases from Hachette Audio
To learn more or to order the following January releases from Hachette Audio go to http://www.hachettebookgroup.com/publishers/hachette-audio/
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Physical by smartphone becoming real possibility
It’s not a Star Trek tricorder, but by hooking a variety of gadgets onto a smartphone, you could almost get a complete physical.
How can I get rid of my glasses? Part 1
By Dr. Jean Keamy
As a refractive surgeon, many people come to me to find out how they can be glasses-free. Refractive surgery, a subspecialty...
Seniors still waiting for Beacon Hill to release Medicaid funds
The Medicaid funding passed by Congress has not been used to help seniors in Massachusetts. It has not been used for anything. The General Court on Beacon Hill has been in informal session — and no votes have been taken to release this funding.
Why Medicaid Matters for People with Medicare
By Ron Pollack
You’ve worked hard, saved what you can, and you think you’re pretty well set for retirement. However, as recent stock market fluctuations...
What is old school in the world of funeral arrangements?
By Joe Casper
Recently I went into an Asian restaurant and asked the young waiter, “My father loved chicken chow-mein. How is it here?” To...
Blepharitis is the common cause of red, irritated lids
By Dr. Jean E. Keamy
One of the most common complaints is red, irritated eyelids. Often the lids are itchy, red, scaly and sore. In...
What women need to know about spinal fractures
Spinal fractures are the most common fracture that result from osteoporosis.