Pneumonia causes more than 1 million hospitalizations and 50,000 deaths per year in the U.S., according to the American Lung Association.
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For many of us, the holiday season can be extremely difficult, especially when we lose someone close to us.
At least 30 percent of seniors will experience loneliness around the holidays, and a lack of social interaction can carry significant risks to health and longevity.
Toni Says addresses the dreaded Part B penalty, the cost of Medicare, and how Medicare differs from health insurance.
Smart home devices can add safety and convenience by providing voice- and app-controlled operation, which is extremely helpful for seniors aging in place.
Laughter remains the great equalizer, in good times and bad, the Luxor headliner says: “I hear that first laugh and I know it’s all going to be OK.”
The funnyman, who returns to Vegas next weekend for a stand-up show, can also be found these days on Netflix as an animated lizard in “Leo.”
An endocrinologist explains what constitutes prediabetes, the most common signs and what to do if you know you have it.
When an agent sells a Medicare beneficiary a new supplement, they should advise the client about how to disenroll properly from their Advantage plan.
A health savings account is a fantastic financial tool that can help you build a tax-free stash of money for medical expenses now and after you retire.
An endocrinologist breaks down the exercise-diabetes connection and discusses the best workout for people with Type 2 diabetes.
Cardiovascular-related deaths due to extreme heat are expected to nearly triple in the U.S. by midcentury, according to a recent study.
Understanding the impact of vitamins on health — from their potential benefits to possible complications — can help people decide whether supplements are a good choice for them.
Enrolling in Medicare at the right time is critical for avoiding a costly penalty. But how does someone know what is the right decision?
An incentive trust is an estate-planning tool designed to help encourage certain conduct by your heirs. But be careful how you construct it.
