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
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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
How Much Did You Earn at Your First Job?
Ever wonder how much you earned the year you worked your first job? Or any other year you worked? You can find out by
OB-GYN Exodus
By George W. Chapman It should come as no surprise that OB-GYNs in states with restrictive or confusing abortion laws are considering moving to
The Summertime Blues: Are you feeling lonely?
By Gwenn Voelckers Summer has finally arrived. Woo hoo!! Time for barbecues, picnics, festivals and fun! For many people, the summer months provide welcome
Move Over Prunes, It’s Kiwi Time!
By Anne Palumbo Every once in a while, I come across information about a certain food that takes me by complete surprise. I read
Can I Collect Social Security from My Ex-Spouse?
Dear Savvy Senior, Is it possible to collect Social Security benefits from my ex-spouse? We were married for 12 years but have been divorced
Celebrate Your Independence With Social Security
Every July, we take pride in celebrating our nation’s independence. For nearly 90 years, our programs have helped provide financial independence to millions of
Hospitals Continue to Close
19 hospitals closed last year due to bankruptcy. Another 630 are on the brink of financial disaster this year. Meanwhile, insurers post strong profits