Centenarian Rita Giordano of Williamsville reflects on her long life By Jane Schmitt Something special happened to Rita Giordano over the summer: She became
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Vision Supplements: Do They Really Work?
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Perhaps you notice a vision supplement at your local drugstore or in a commercial on TV. Will this product really
5 Things You Need to Know About Cataracts
By Ernst Lamothe Jr. As you get older your eyes age as well. The most common eye ailment is cataracts, a vision-related issue which
Golden Ears Program Offers Companionship at No Cost
SPCA program waives fees for residents ages 55 and older who adopt a cat age 7 and older By Julie Halm Adopting a pet
Misleading Medicare Advantage Ads: What to Look Out For
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I’m currently enrolled in original Medicare but have been thinking about switching to a Medicare Advantage plan during
UBMD Internal Medicine Launches WNY’s First Long Covid Center
Located in the Conventus medical office building on the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, the center accepts all patients regardless of insurance status UBMD Internal
University Express Program Helps Seniors Exercise Their Minds
By Julie Halm As we age, it is important to keep our bodies moving, but it is important to keep our minds in motion
What’s New for Medicare in 2024
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant If you receive Medicare, look for these changes coming in 2024: No more stage four-catastrophic stage for prescription drug plans
Neighborhood Health Center gets $5M from philanthropist
Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has awarded Neighborhood Health Center of WNY a $5 million gift through her charitable foundation, Yield Giving. Scott’s unrestricted gift will
BPPN announces new board members
Buffalo Prenatal Perinatal Network (BPPN) has announced three community leaders have joined its board of directors. They are: • Kennedy George is