The sandwich generation: 3 ways to support parents as they age
(SST) As we age, there comes a point when many enter what's known as the sandwich generation, which is when adults who are caring for their own family also step into the role of …
The most dangerous heart attack risk this holiday travel season isn’t cholesterol, it’s inflammation
(SST) Millions of Americans will board planes and travel long distances this holiday season, many of them living with known heart disease, many others quietly carrying dangerous plaque they don't even know is there. …
Self-direction brings long-term care home for the holidays … and beyond
(SST) November ushers in the festive holiday season and a renewed focus on the home, often the center of long-standing traditions and meaningful celebrations with family and friends. For many, being home for the …
How lifestyle changes can help you breathe easy with asthma
(SST) For anyone with asthma, keeping symptoms under control can sometimes feel like a constant struggle. Between seasonal weather changes and allergies, indoor and outdoor pollutants, and warding off colds and the flu, it …
Anesthesiologist-led research improves care for patients of all ages
(SST) Opioid overdose deaths among people 65 and older have surged by 9,000% in less than a decade. Most children fast longer than needed before surgery. And women who have C-sections may have pain …
Suffering in Silence: Older Adults Need to Speak Up About Their Mental Health
(SST) Connie Thomas, a 77-year-old woman from Altamont, Illinois, has navigated a long journey with her mental health. Decades ago, Thomas was diagnosed with breast cancer. Living with her diagnosis and its results was …
Fire Prevention: What You Need to Know about Dryer Vent Cleaning
(SST) Did you know nearly 16,000 house fires each year involve a clothes dryer or washing machine, with 92% of them caused by dryers? According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), one-third of …
Get ahead of diabetic eye disease with retina specialist care
(SST) If you have diabetes, you're intimately aware that building an experienced care team is key to protecting your health. From establishing care with a knowledgeable primary care physician to finding a trusted endocrinologist, …
Choices you make today may increase your chances of surviving lung cancer tomorrow
(SST) By Daniel J. Boffa, MD, MBA, FACS, Vice-Chair, American College of Surgeons Commission on CancerLung cancer can enter a person's life like a tornado, creating chaos out of nowhere and leaving them feeling …
Medicare Advantage takes the confusion out of managing chronic conditions
(SST) Do you or a loved one have a chronic health condition like diabetes or heart disease? Managing these conditions can be overwhelming and expensive. You shouldn't have to do it alone. If you're …