Warning Signs of a Heart Attack

This is always an important topic but it's even more so today for us with the passing earlier this week of our dear friend Jack Wiltsie of Shelton. Jack died at 57 years of age after lying down to rest after experiencing some of the signs discussed in the article below. Protect yourself and your loved ones by learning the early signs of heart trouble. 

Some heart attacks are sudden and intense — the "movie heart attack," where no one doubts what's happening. But most heart attacks start slowly, with mild pain or discomfort. Often people affected aren't sure what's wrong and wait too long before getting help. Here are signs that can mean a heart attack is happening: Read More.

Wow! Nearly 1 in 20 US adults over 50 have fake knees

Nearly 1 in 20 Americans older than 50 have artificial knees, or more than 4 million people, according to the first national estimate showing how common these replacement joints have become in an aging population.
Doctors know the number of knee replacement operations has surged in the past decade, especially in baby boomers. But until now, there was no good fix on the total number of people living with them. Read More.

What makes people happier?

Yes, being rich does make you happy—so does being in a good marriage and being healthy. But that’s where common sense ends. A large body of happiness research has revealed some surprising findings about what makes people happy, in their personal lives and on the job.  Read More.

Hearing Loss and Older Adults

Hearing loss is one of the most common conditions affecting older adults. One in three people older than 60 and half of those older than 85 have hearing loss. Hearing problems can make it hard to understand and follow a doctor’s advice, to respond to warnings, and to hear doorbells and alarms. They can also make it hard to enjoy talking with friends and family. All of this can be frustrating, embarrassing, and even dangerous. Read More

The TOP Places Where Germs Are In The Mall

Anywhere people gather is filled with bacteria and viruses, lurking to get you…The TOP Places Where Germs Are In The Mall, probably will not surprise you. but on Black Friday were you really worried about germs or where you looking for bargains?
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Dental Hygiene is Important for Seniors

Dental Hygiene is Important for Seniors
Seniors or their caregivers need to give attention to oral health. This will help seniors avoid some problems with their teeth.
It can be hard for seniors to practice dental hygiene. Some seniors can't brush their teeth or floss because of arthritis. Some seniors struggle with memory loss. They can't remember to brush their teeth or floss.
There are many changes that take place in the mouth over time. These changes put seniors at risk for health problems. Some of the changes are: Read More.

Help! How To Stay on Top of Your Medications

There's the green pill in the morning before eating and again before you go to bed. After breakfast, it's the eye drops and nasal spray. Then, there's the yellow capsule with lunch and the pink tablet that you can't take with milk. If you have chest pain, don't forget the white pill that goes under your tongue. Read More

Seniors must make decisions on Medicare earlier this year

NEW HAVEN — Medicare officials are reminding recipients that decisions on what plans are best for their individual situations need to be made within a longer, but earlier, time-frame this year.

There are also more benefits, choices and reduced costs connected to the plans, and a rating system on the health plans and the 30 Medicare Advantage drug options.

Traditionally, the annual decisions on the plans were made later in the year. This year, the window in which to make a choice was extended to seven weeks, beginning Oct. 15, but ending Dec. 7.

Dr. Jaye Weisman, regional director for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, in a phone interview Friday, said that the cost of the Part D drug options range from $15.10 a month for Humana Walmart-Preferred to $110.20 for Humana Complete.

The new public rating system goes from 1 star, which indicates poor quality, to 5 stars for excellent quality.
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Stratford Senior Health & Wellness Fair

 Don't miss this years
Senior Health & Wellness Fair
at the Stratford Baldwin Center
1000 West Broad Street, Stratford
Thursday October 6
10:00 am- 2:00 pm
Hosted by Senator Kevin Kelly
Representative Laura Hoydick
Representative Larry Miller
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Senior Nutrition The joy of eating well and aging well

The joy of eating well and aging well Share RSS Food for thought: Think healthy eating is all about dieting and sacrifice? Think again. Eating well is a lifestyle that embraces colorful food, creativity in the kitchen, and eating with friends. For seniors, the benefits of healthy eating include increased mental acuteness, resistance to illness and disease, higher energy levels, a more robust immune system, faster recuperation times, and better management of chronic health problems. As we age, eating well can also be the key to a positive outlook and staying emotionally balanced. You are the boss when it comes to food choices. Read on for tips on how to supercharge your life with the right food. Learn more.

Life Expectancy Calculator

 The Living to 100 Life Expectancy Calculator uses the most current and carefully researched medical and scientific data in order to estimate how old you will live to be. Most people score in their late eighties... how about you?

The calculator asks you 40 quick questions related to your health and family history, and takes about 10 minutes to complete.

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