In recent months, the line between politics and medicine has become more blurred than ever. One recent example comes from Florida, where the state’s General Surgeon released a statement advising against recommending the COVID-19 vaccine. This bold move was met with swift pushback from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), who provided a

The Benefits of Medical Marijuana for Seniors, Especially Those with DementiaAs the population ages, more seniors and their caregivers are exploring alternative treatments to manage the complexities of aging. Among these options, medical marijuana has emerged as a significant contender, particularly for seniors grappling with conditions like dementia. While this topic might still stir debate,

Summertime means sun, fun, and… disaster. Wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes, and power outages are becoming more frequent and intense. It’s like Mother Nature is cranking up it’s energy as we move out of an ice age. And while these storms can be tough on anyone, they’re especially dangerous for older adults.Why? It’s simple: as we age,

This past week I hosted a webinar (check your emails, members!) on “How to Live With Inflation While On A Fixed Income.” During it, I talked about the struggles seniors are facing at the grocery store, especially with those tricky digital coupons. We talked about what to look for, what to do, and how to get the price

Disaster Preparedness for SeniorsAlmost a day doesn’t go by that we don’t hear about the fires in the west, the hurricanes in the east, or the floods in the plains.Whether it’s fire, hurricanes, or power outages of any kind, what do you and your seniors need to know? Preparation is always the key. But often

The other day we were talking about dementia. And I had mentioned that it can take 8 to 20 years before it’s actually diagnosed. I have written about watching out for the early signs you should go ahead and have your loved one get a full workup. Well, then the latest news comes out…BIG NEW BIOMARKER

So many of you tell me you love the history I send you on these celebratory days. So, here are 7 little-known facts about July 4th…enjoy! Every year, on the 4th of July, America bursts into a celebration. Parades snake down streets, backyard barbecues sizzle, and the night sky explodes with dazzling fireworks. But what exactly are

Sometimes, we don’t want to tell our children what’s really going on. Sometimes, our adult children feel they are doing all they can do.So what’s missing?What is the most common form of elder neglect?Emotional NeglectEmotional abuse is the most common type of elder abuse, according to data from the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO found

Do these actors know something we don’t?As of this writing these 90-year-youngsters are still alive and doing well.  Someone once said to me, “Well, what do you expect Suzanne, they had everything they ever wanted. Money. Fame. Good Fortune.” I paused. Did they?No, not really.First of all, they didn’t come up through the ranks being famous and automatically

I first heard about this when it happened to my cousin. We were all shocked and just wondered if it was just a huge mistake.But now, it happened in my area and not 2,000 miles away where my cousin lives.Then my daughter told me she saw that it happened to somebody out west on Facebook.So