About 1 in 4 Americans has arthritis. That’s millions of people suffering from chronic pain. “Arthritis” literally means joint inflammation. Although the term arthritis is often used to refer to any disorder that affects the joints, joint inflammation is actually a symptom or sign of an underlying issue. Problems from
“The only sensible person is my tailor. He measures me anew each time he sees me.” —George Bernard Shaw Medical coverage is not one size fits all. Your age, state of health, lifestyle, geographic location and financial situation are some of the factors involved in deciding which supplemental policies you
While 50% of cardiovascular disease is genetic, you can still lower your risk even if you have a family history of cardiovascular disease. “You can greatly reduce a high genetic risk or greatly worsen a low genetic risk,” says Dr. Eugenia Gianos, director of Women’s Heart Health at Lenox Hill
According to a Financial Wellness Census, only about a third of women know what to expect for retirement income. What’s even more disconcerting, less than half are confident they’ll have enough money to last through retirement. Here are a few basic suggestions to get started: • Figure out your social
When your child’s life is in danger, the last thing on your mind is whether your insurance will cover the cost of the ambulance. Joseph Penrod, an Assistant Professor at Virginia Community College in Lynchburg, learned this the hard way when his son accidentally swallowed prescription pills earlier this year. He
Remember when gold watches marked the beginning of prosperous retirements? Times have changed, to put it mildly. In 1950, only about 8% of Americans were 65 or older. Today it’s nearly 17%, and by 2050, the projection is 22%. But that’s not the problem. Only about 40% of workers have
Planning for your retirement can be loaded with questions, concerns, anticipation and even excitement. But just as is the case with other major life plans, it’s best done understanding all the available options and, if possible, having a road map to get where you want to be. And chances are
Comprehensive eye exams are revealing a lot more than outdated lens prescriptions. Early signs of diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, stroke, cancer and MS are being detected by eye doctors everywhere. A study by Human Capital Management Services Group found that eye doctors detected signs of certain chronic conditions before any
Maintaining the health of your teeth is not just about which toothpaste is best for you or which toothbrush to choose. (But do always go with soft bristles!) Doctors and dentists are finding more and more evidence that taking care of oral health during retirement years can be as important