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Flu season is among us and with an increase in the number of people in the area for the winter, preventing the flu and other viruses can be difficult this time of year. The muscle aches, fever, chills and fatigue that accompany the virus affect five to 20 percent of the U.S. population each year and hospitalize hundreds of thousands, …

By Toni Eatros, MS, Dipl Ac, AP Men, when they reach their 40s and 50s, typically undergo a transition into a new stage of life called andropause.  Overall health will determine how much testosterone levels may drop during this time.  The bigger the “beer belly”, the more dramatic the drop in testosterone.  Excess fat in the abdomen creates hormonal imbalance …

By Rebecca M. Vaccariello Some people believe that a guardianship proceeding may be inevitable if they age and become incapacitated before dying. That is not the case however. As long as a person has a power of attorney document that covers all the financial aspects of their life and also their healthcare decisions, the general rule is that that person …

By Ulla-Undine Merritt (Dee) National Producer Number (NPN) 8853366 Most people don’t realize that when you move that there is a lot you need to do that does not involve your new home, but it can greatly affect you personally.  When you shop for a new home you should shop for new health insurance as well and compare the difference …

By Amy Hilliard Selecting the right senior living community is one of the most important housing decisions an older adult and/or their families will make. Although an adult child may feel at ease once mom or dad has moved into a community, the thought of being the “new kid on the block” may cause hesitation for seniors who haven’t had …

As I write this, the largest lottery prize in world history has just been won.  As of this moment, it appears that the prize will be split among three winners.  With a total in play of about one and a half billion, that’s about $500 million to each winner! Prior to the drawing, the news was full of long lines …

Provided by RBC Wealth Management and John Barnes Since the first ‘green’ municipal bond deal was completed in 2013, issuance has increased slowly and they represent a small part of the municipal bond market. That being said, with increasing demand for municipals in general and the ongoing interests on the part of investors in ‘green’ or socially responsible investing issuance …

If you or someone you know is experiencing reduced vision including a blurry focus on objects regardless of distance, or complain of glare, particularly at night with oncoming traffic lights or street lamps for example, then a cataract in one or both eyes may be the cause. The symptoms will not improve without corrective treatment and only the best treatment …

One of the most loved comedians, actors and philanthropist, a staple in most people’s living rooms is no longer with us. One who could make even the funniest comedians speechless with his animated comic relief, suffered with a dark demon that impacts nearly 1 in 10 adults in the United States, depression. Robin William’s death has brought some much needed …

By Drs. Drew and Kanema Clark February is American Heart Month, therefore it is only fitting that our focus be on the state of our hearts.  As important as it is to discuss how how our hearts should be filled with compassion, empathy, love and goodwill toward our neighbors, a more pressing conversation rests with the health of our beating …