When we were young watching cartoons, there was a character with a funnel in his ear who couldn’t hear. He always said, “Eh! Whatcha say? It was funny then, but not as funny now as we get older and begin to experience hearing loss. I interviewed Danyell Schendel who lost all hearing in her right ear after a bout with meningitis as a toddler. Danyell was a participant in a … [Read more...]
Why Medication Adherence Needs to Be Taken Seriously
As Baby Boomers (born between 1946 and 1964) enter retirement and the Medicare system, developing chronic conditions, related to aging, is a primary concern. Even though many of us do whatever we can to stay healthy – eat well - stay active - a good portion take one or more medications. Medication adherence is key to overall health and wellness but isn’t always … [Read more...]
How to be Proactive About Your Type 2 Diabetes Care
There are approximately 30.3 million people in the United States who are living with Type 2 Diabetes. That’s a staggering number and many of them are Baby Boomers. Genetics plays a part, but poor nutrition and our American diet have contributed to making it almost an epidemic. I spoke to Sally Schwaesdall, who has been living with Type 2 Diabetes for nearly 40 years. She … [Read more...]
Tips for Seniors to Avoid Getting Bronchitis
I used to get Bronchitis all the time and it was awful. That meant struggling to breathe and having to take antibiotics. After my last bout, I was lucky for several years until one summer when my throat started to feel scratchy. Usually, when the weather is warm, colds and flu aren't very active so I was hoping it would go away. Unfortunately, it transformed into the … [Read more...]
Feeling Off Balance? You May Have Ear Rocks
Have you ever felt spatially challenged, off-kilter or dingy? You may have ear rocks or what is more scientifically known as Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). It’s a condition common for those of us over 50. Ear rocks are tiny crystals that form in your inner ear as a result of a head injury or virus. Inside of your inner ear is a pouch called the … [Read more...]
