Why can’t you understand speech in noise?
The digital revolution has made a huge impact on the way hearing aids look and work. They can be so small they are virtually invisible. They can also more accurately mimic the way you used to hear before you experienced hearing loss.
Aging is good stage of life, said American trailblazer
Dr. Butler stood out as a true trailblazer. His message that aging is a productive and positive stage of life resonates with an American population that is enjoying the longest lifespan in its history.
Pain in the back widely over treated
By Lauran Neergaard
WASHINGTON —
“Why did they cut you?”
The shocking question came from a respected spine surgeon tracked down by Keith Swenson, who was still...
Senator Brown you have let us down
By Al Norman
Elder Advocates in Massachusetts have become spoiled. Since the mid 1960s, we have had a U.S. senator who always voted with seniors....
As Social Security celebrates 75th we must keep it strong
By Deborah E. Banda
Social Security is an American success story.
When President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law on Aug. 14,...
Ringing in the ears: Facts about tinnitus
By Dr. Robert Mario
Do you hear a ringing, whooshing, roaring, clicking or hissing sound in one or both of your ears? Do you hear this sound often...
Keeping people from being sent back to the hospital
By Al Norman
Have you ever known someone who went into the hospital, came back home, and then within a month or so, was readmitted?
These...
What causes dry eyes and what can be done about it?
By Dr. Jean Keamy
Dry Eye is one of the most common diseases in ophthalmology. Dry eyes can cause a variety of symptoms from foreign...
Things to consider for a VA pension
By Tracey Ingle
I talk with a lot of veterans who are disappointed they don’t qualify for a Veteran’s Pension, and dismiss the whole subject...
Oral care important for the older population
Older Americans make up a growing percentage of the population. As we continue to live longer, the need for proper oral care is vital to maintain natural teeth and enhance the quality of life.
