When you need antibiotics, Medicare coverage gets complicated fast – and being in the wrong place could leave you with...
Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common form of dementia, affecting approximately 5.7 million Americans. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, someone...
Mental illness has been getting more attention publicly in an effort to get help for those suffering with depression, anxiety,...
Back braces can be very beneficial to seniors with injuries or chronic conditions that cause pain. Professionally fit back braces...
Osteoporosis can cause brittle, thinning bones as we age, but bone mass measurements, also known as bone density tests, can...
Almost everyone suffers heartbreak at some time during their lives. Films, literature, and the theater have tackled the theme for...
According to the National Institute on Aging, one-third of seniors over the age of 65 slip and fall each year....
Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers, are a common problem for people with mobility issues. Prolonged pressure can cause injuries...
Medicare beneficiaries often assume Botox is never covered, but that’s not entirely true. While cosmetic treatments are excluded, certain medical...
A blood transfusion can be a life-saving procedure when you’ve lost blood due to illness or injury. Transfusions are usually...
Obesity is a complicated health issue. With almost 40% of Americans currently considered obese and at a higher risk for...
Medicare typically doesn’t cover air purifiers since they’re classified as general wellness equipment rather than medical devices. However, there are...
Allergies affect more than 50 million Americans every year, but reactions range from inconvenient sneezing or coughing fits to more...
Urinary incontinence, or loss of bladder control, is an embarrassing problem and can be more common among older adults. According...
Staying healthy and active is essential, especially as we age. Cardiovascular activity, strength training, and flexibility exercises, in conjunction with...