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Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Coverage

Medicare, the federal program, helps cover health care costs for people over 65 (and under 65 with certain disabilities), and is divided into four parts: Part A: Covers hospital and inpatient services Part B: Covers doctor visits and other outpatient services. Together, Parts A and B are referred to as…

What Is Medigap or Medicare Supplement Plans A-N?

Medicare Supplemental plans, or Medigap, cover the costs you’re responsible for with Original Medicare. There are 10 Medicare Supplement plan options available; A, B, C, D, F, G, K, L, M, and N. Each plan has different, yet standardized, benefits and coverage that must follow federal and state laws, and…

How to Organize Your Medical Information in 5 Easy Steps

Physicians and health care providers keep medical records to better understand a patient’s prior care and to help inform their decision for treatment plans. Developing your own system for organizing medical information, or creating a personal health record (PHR), will help you stay on top of doctor’s visits, medications, and…

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17 Questions to Ask About Your Prescription Drugs

Whether you were prescribed a new medication or have been taking Rx meds for some time, there are important questions you can ask your doctor to become better informed about the prescription drugs you take. Getting the facts about your medications and over-the-counter drugs can help prevent unintended consequences. For…

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Important Reasons to Plan Ahead for Long-Term Care

Long-term care is for anyone of any age who needs help taking care of themselves over an extended period of time due to disability, severe mental illness, disease, injuries, or medical events such as strokes or brain tumors. Many Americans turning age 65 will need long-term care, or long-term care services…

The Health Benefits of Pumpkin

After you have finished carving up the pumpkin for Halloween fun with the family, you might want to chop up another one to create some delicious and nutritious meals and snacks. And don’t throw away the pumpkin seeds! These orange plants are a lot more than just a jack-o’-lantern nightlight…

Safe Travel Tips for Seniors

A successful vacation requires a little extra planning to help mitigate worries and keep you as safe as possible while traveling. This is especially true for seniors and baby boomers who may have health conditions, mobility requirements, or extra needs like daily medications. Even for healthy and able-bodied older adults,…

Menopause Symptoms & Solutions

Menopause is the stage in a woman’s life when menstrual cycles have permanently ceased for one year, marking the end of her ability to conceive. Most women reach menopause between the ages of 48-55, however menopause can also occur earlier or later in a woman’s life. Before menopause occurs, women…

Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s: Understanding the Difference

Most of us have experienced an occasional lapse in memory at some point in our lives. Forgetting about an appointment or misplacing your eye glasses can be perfectly normal at any age. However, as you get older, you may wonder if your memory lapses are normal age-related forgetfulness or something…