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Posted on October 2, 2025 - Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Every year, over 350,000 cardiac arrests occur outside of hospitals in the United States. Hands-only cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can double or triple someone’s chance of survival—but only if bystanders know how to do it correctly. One of the most crucial elements? Maintaining the right rhythm. The rhythm isn’t just helpful—it’s critical. Too slow, and you’re not circulating enough blood to vital organs. Too fast, and you’re not allowing the heart to refill between compressions.

Posted on September 30, 2025 - Are you making these money mistakes while shopping at a warehouse club? Here are nine pitfalls to avoid so you don't blow your budget.

Posted on September 25, 2025 - Every fall, the letters start arriving: Medicare notices, plan updates, and a flood of information that can feel overwhelming. For many older adults, reviewing coverage can be stressful and confusing. The good news is that professionals are available to help Medicare enrollees make sense of their options, feel confident about their choices, and avoid missing benefits or opportunities to save.

Posted on September 23, 2025 - As we age, our healthcare needs change — and not every doctor specializes in the complexities that come with getting older. A geriatrician cares for adults 65+, focusing on chronic conditions, medications, memory concerns, and overall quality of life. But how do you know if you need one?

Posted on September 18, 2025 - The National Council on Aging recognizes Sept. 22-26 as Falls Prevention Awareness Week, a time to call awareness to the risk of falls for older adults. First, let’s acknowledge that anybody can fall. But for older adults, falls can cause serious injuries that can lead to even more health problems. For example, a broken hip could lead to surgery and hospitalization. That in turn could reduce the patient’s confidence in moving during everyday activities, ultimately leading to isolation, depression, and a sedentary lifestyle. The costs associated with treating injuries caused by falls among older adults is projected to increase to more than $100 billion. For the health of our elders and the greater community, fall prevention should be everybody’s business.