Health and Wellness

Do you know your blood type? Most people don’t and there are a number of reasons why it’s actually very important to know this piece of information, especially when it comes to your heart. Research suggests that people with certain blood types — namely A and B — are at higher risk to develop blood…

It’s something we’ve all faced before. Feeling dizzy, lightheaded, or as if the room were spinning around you. These sensations can be troubling, but if they happen often, it could be a sign of a balance problem. Maintaining good balance as you age and learning about fall prevention can help you get around, stay independent, and carry…

The fruits, vegetables and other foods we eat come into contact with a lot of people, places, substances and surfaces before they ever end up on our plates. It’s important to remember that everything we bring home from the grocery store needs a good wash to remove potential pathogens and pesticides from the field. AARP put together…

While COVID-19 and flu are top-of-mind for many at this time of year, there’s another highly contagious respiratory virus called RSV that spreads in the fall and winter months, that be downright dangerous for older adults. Here’s a very helpful piece from AARP on how to spot symptoms of RSV in older adults, from AARP, CLICK HERE.