Medicare question
My doctor wants me to get checked for glaucoma. Are there any Medicare benefits for this? Yes, Medicare covers a glaucoma screening once every 12 months…
Category: Seniors
Wisdom from The Golden Girls
People waste their time pondering whether a glass is half empty or half full. Me, I just drink whatever’s in the glass. Sophia (Estelle Getty) My mother…
Medicare: Ask the expert
I am going to retire soon. Can you give me some basic info on Medicare Part A? Part A is hospital insurance. Most Americans get this at no cost. You…
How to properly adjust a cane
It feels like it happens overnight. Suddenly, your back or your leg hurts, or maybe your balance is off. Or perhaps the evil arthritis starts to make…
Spread the love! Valentine Bingo makes a fun party
Valentine’s Day has long since stopped being a day for couples. These days, it’s a for everyone who loves anyone. For a fun party this year, combine…
Remember these toys? Somehow we survived
The toys of our childhoods were simple, usually required imagination, and some were — let’s face it — downright dangerous. When you look at this list of…
Need a reason to head outside in the winter? Get a trail cam!
You know you shouldn’t hibernate all winter, but the motivation to get out in the cold can be hard to locate. Here’s an idea: Get a trail cam. These are…
Usher in the New Year with a game of cards
The weather outside is guaranteed to be frightful, but what better way to socialize for the New Year than by following the example of the Greeks: Cards….
Implant treats macular degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration can rapidly steal your sight and the treatment, injections in the eye, can be daunting. But a new implant not only treats…
Medicare question
I lost a lot of weight and I now have a lot of loose skin. Will Medicare cover surgery to remove it? Maybe. For all reconstructive surgeries the key…