As the group that has faced the most significant health impact from COVID-19, seniors have had to be even more vigilant in practicing social distancing while also following the other protocols such as washing hands and wearing masks if needed to go out in public for essential trips. We’ve seen the staggering toll the virus…

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Armistice Day was a day set aside to reflect the bravery of those who died in our country’s service. November 11th was chosen because it is the anniversary of the Armistice signing that ended World War I formally recognized at the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month in 1918. In 1954,…

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According to the Mayo Clinic, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic inflammatory lung disease that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs. Emphysema and chronic bronchitis are the two most common conditions that contribute to COPD. The National Institute of Health estimates that nearly 24 million Americans suffer from COPD, but half of that number doesn’t…

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  There are nearly ten million U.S. Veterans over the age of 65, with 7 in 10 married. That’s at least 7 million military spouses who could be eligible for the Pension with Aid and Attendance benefit. The Pension with Aid and Attendance is a benefit provided by the VA for qualifying wartime Veterans and…

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, millions of seniors 65 and older fall each year. At the same time, more than one out of four seniors who fall each year keep that information from their family or healthcare professionals. The World Health Organization (WHO) Global Report on Falls Prevention in Older Age…

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With Americans living longer thanks to advances in medicine and other factors, it is still possible to positively affect the quality of life in your later years by eating healthy. It is vital to maintain a well-balanced diet as you age but is critical to those suffering from chronic symptoms such as high blood pressure,…

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    It is nice to anticipate spending time enjoying the warmer weather. But extreme heat can cause significant health risks, especially in the elderly. By following the simple tips below, seniors and their families can enjoy the sunny season safely and with less peril. Why should you be concerned? Because people aged 65 and…

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Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We did not pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same. – Ronald Reagan The American Revolution, also called the United States War of Independence or American Revolutionary War, a…

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Turn on the TV between now and the end of the month and you’ll see a never-ending montage of thirst- quenching drinks, beach volleyball and sizzling sausages signaling the “unofficial start of summer.” But Memorial Day is much more than a 3-day weekend that welcomes us to a period of warmer weather, and the people…

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“Frustration” is undoubtedly the word that has to come to mind to Veterans and family members who have requested military service records in the past year. And, as with so many things recently, the primary culprit is the COVID-19 pandemic. The National Archives and Records Administration is responsible for maintaining all military service records through…

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