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July 8, 2015

Why Seniors Should Volunteer

Discover all the positive reasons seniors should make volunteering a regular part of their retirement.

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April 24, 2015

Keep Your Hearing in Good Health to Stay Sharp

A significant portion of those with hearing loss in the U.S. have never received treatment for the condition, which can lead to social isolation, depression and be a detriment to cognitive function.

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April 16, 2015

Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease Could Show as Early as Young Adulthood

New research from a team of cognitive neurology experts at Northwestern University has found a possible indicator of Alzheimer’s disease in people as young as age 20, possibly allowing scientists to identify the mental health disorder much earlier than ever anticipated.

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March 17, 2015

New Study: Gout May Have One Unexpected Benefit

According to a recent study published in The Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases, gout might reduce a person’s risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

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March 3, 2015

5 Foods to Lower Your Cholesterol

While the merits or lack there of with foods like meat, cheese or butter are often sources of debate, there are several foods that have been found to be particularly effective in lowering cholesterol.

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December 8, 2014

5 Precautions for Seniors this Winter

As much as the winter can be a wonderful time of year, it also comes with a number of seasonal hazards due to the cold weather and dense precipitation.

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October 9, 2014

Foods to Boost Your Metabolism

When it comes to retirement community food, you may want to change your tune.

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