…It’s a win-win for everyone! Many people don’t realize that babysitting has been linked to decreased rates of depression, and prevention of Alzheimer’s disease by increasing brain function and memory….
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Scam Targeting Tax Refunds
…of prevention. The IRS urged tax professionals to step up security in light of the issue. The IRS recommends contacting your bank and tax preparer if you are a scam…
Should Doctors Ask Older People If They Have Guns at Home?
…Prevention. To safeguard seniors as well as the rest of the population, a public health approach to preventing gun violence, with physician engagement as a central element, is essential. Are…
Is Suicide a “Rational” Option for Seniors?
…call 911, go to the nearest emergency room, contact a private mental health provider, or contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255), text “help” to the Crisis Text…
A BOLD Step in the Fight Against Alzheimer’s
…takes a multi-pronged public health approach that will create a modern infrastructure for the prevention, treatment and care of Alzheimer’s and related dementias. BOLD brings us to the brink of…
Is Alzheimer’s Linked to Gum Disease?
…Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As mentioned earlier, do what you can that is within your control, including taking care of yourself, including your teeth! Medicaid Asset Protection Do…
Does Medicare Cover Annual Physicals?
…in Your Covered Annual Wellness Visit? The Medicare-covered Annual Wellness Visit is meant to be a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention…
Why Am I No Longer Getting My Social Security Benefits Statement?
…to much needed security and fraud prevention, the process of setting up an account and logging on can be challenging. The process requires users to go through multiple layers of…
From Grief to Compassion: The Changing Face of Alzheimer’s Care
…the only one that can’t be prevented or cured, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. With seniors living longer and more instances of Alzheimer’s on the horizon,…
When Healthcare is Not Accessible
…most recent Maryland Rural Health Plan highlighted six areas of need including: access to care, sustainable funding mechanisms for health care services, care coordination, chronic disease prevention and management, health…
Keeping Seniors Safe as Things Reopen
…And the national suicide prevention hotline for those in acute distress is 1-800-273-8255. Plan for Yourself and Your Loved Ones at this Time During this time, it is as important…
Now May Be a Good Time to withdraw $100K from Your Retirement Accounts, Penalty-Free!
…or whose spouse or dependent is diagnosed, with the virus SARS-CoV-2 or the coronavirus disease 2019 (collectively, “COVID-19”) by a test approved by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
More Caregivers are Experiencing Increased Burnout During Coronavirus Pandemic
…insomnia and poor concentration. The pandemic may well be making PTSD among caregivers more common. A recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report said the rates of symptoms…
A Coronavirus Vaccine for Nursing Homes?
…for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), noted that a third of coronavirus deaths in the US have been among residents of long-term care facilities. This being the case, staff and…
How to Enjoy Thanksgiving in a Different Way this Year
…Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises Americans to keep Thursday’s dinner small – ideally with only people living in their household – and to avoid traveling for the holiday….
Is Declining Financial Literacy an Indicator of Impending Dementia?
…amount of protein deposits including beta-amyloid plaques in the brain. The link between Alzheimer’s and financial literacy is published in the The Journal of Prevention of Alzheimer’s Disease. It would…
Can You Get Coronavirus from Holiday Cards?
…does not survive long on objects, such as letters or packages. The U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) agrees, stating that it would be “extraordinarily unlikely” that you…
Why is Dementia Different for Women Than it is for Men?
…disease differently, both in terms of disease development and progression. Understanding the underlying bases of these differences should be useful in determining whether we need to view prevention and treatment…
Help for Depression in Seniors During Mental Health Awareness Month
…someone you know is in crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255). You can call and speak with a counselor 24 hours a day, 7 days a…
Navigating the New Social Norms After Getting Vaccinated
…what’s safe after the vaccine, since not everyone is vaccinated yet? Thanks, Nomar Masque —- Dear Nomar, As you mentioned, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued…
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