Spit in a tube and you’ll learn more about yourself than you’ve ever learned before. It’s an icky yet exciting idea. If you haven’t figured out what we’re talking about yet, we’re detailing the basic way in which a direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic test works. Many of you have seen the commercials and news stories on …
“You know you overpaid for that, right?” It’s a half-question, half-statement that someone has probably directed at you when you told them how much you spent on something. Maybe it was a son or daughter or a close friend who said it. And that brings us to our topic of today’s discussion: senior citizen discounts. …
When you think of a “fit” person, you might immediately think of a strong and shapely young man or woman, perhaps in their 20s or 30s. After all, they seem to be the ones advertising fitness products or posing on the cover of glossy fitness magazines. And those sights may discourage you from fitness if …
They say your eyes are the gateway to your soul, but they’re also the keys to a happy life in your golden years. It’s no secret that blurry vision, cataracts and even just persistent dryness can take away from your daily experience. Without proper vision care, your eyes may start to fail you in certain …
We’re all too painfully aware of our country’s issues with discrimination, and how it’s sparked violence and protests over issues such as police brutality and profiling. The topic has dominated news headlines for the last few years. Yet still, there’s an equally sinister and damaging form of discrimination that affects millions of Americans: age discrimination. …
In 2017, there were at least 71 high-profile cases of healthcare fraud and settlements that made the news in some way. They involve a wide range of crimes including false Medicare billing, illegal prescriptions for opioids and stimulants, and overcharging patients. These frauds and scams can affect anyone, but unfortunately, older adults are often at …
You’ve probably said this already: young people are addicted to their phones! The honest truth, however, is that older adults are just as active with technology as their younger counterparts, it’s a good thing. If you’re getting up there in years, you should consider immersing yourself in a new app or device. There are several …
The best time to think about fall protection is before a fall happens. It’s even more vital to think about it if you’re an older adult. In your older years, falling accidents can lead to long-term disabilities which you can avoid. Even older adults who are healthy and on the go can face long-term injury …
It’s true – “age is just a number” and “you’re as young as you feel”. However, when someone mentions the phrase “healthy aging”, it’s a bit harder to subscribe to what it means exactly. After all, anyone who’s under the age of 40 sees aging as something that’s automatically unpleasant. Also for those who are a bit longer …
