By Gwenn Voelckers Fall is such a special time of year. For me, it means all good things: relaxing in front of a cozy
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Boost Your Immune System with Delicata Squash
By Anne Palumbo When I discovered delicata squash a few years ago, I couldn’t stop talking about it. I still can’t! The taste, the
How Seniors Can Save on Prescription Drug Costs
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I take several medications for multiple health conditions and the prices keep going up, even with my Medicare
Negotiating Drug Prices
Medicare is finally flexing its purchasing power by negotiating the prices it pays for 10 drugs that treat cancer, arthritis, diabetes and heart disease.
Solo Travel: The Hidden Joys and Benefits
By Gwenn Voelckers By the time this edition of “In Good Health” hits the newsstands, I will have packed my bags, hired a cat
Whole Grain Quinoa Full of Healthy Surprises
By Anne Palumbo Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) is a whole grain whose popularity has skyrocketed in recent years. Beyond being delicious, versatile and easy to
How to Plan a Green Funeral
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about green funeral options? At age 80, I would like to preplan my
Making New Friends: It’s Never Too Late
Practical tips, advice and hope for those who live alone By Gwenn Voelckers Question from a reader I’ve been divorced for about a year
Is Shrimp Good For You?
By Anne Palumbo If you’re watching your cholesterol, you may be wary of eating shrimp. Next to squid, shrimp has more cholesterol than any
Elder Mediation Can Help Families Navigate Thorny Caregiving Issues
You ask the Senior Question — We find the Savvy Answer By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, Are there any services that you recommend