Children grow, develop and learn throughout their lives – socially and emotionally, cognitively and physically. Every child is different and develops at their own
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What Turning 150 Has Taught Me
By Melissa Stefanec | MelissaStefanec@yahoo.com I am officially 150-parenting-columns old. That means I’ve been doling out advice and baring my soul to total strangers for
My Social Security: It’s Not Just for Retirees
By Warren Beck | Social Security District Manager in Syracuse A personal My Social Security account can be helpful in so many ways. You can
How to Get ‘Extra Help’ Paying for Prescriptions
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, Does Medicare offer any financial assistance programs to help seniors with their medication costs? I recently enrolled
Spring Cleaning SOS: Asking for Help When You Live Alone
By Gwenn Voelckers It wasn’t easy. As a woman who lived through the challenges of divorce, I understand first hand how difficult it can
Cyber Crime: ‘The Most Significant Attack on the Healthcare System in US History’
By George W. Chapman On Feb. 22, 2024, the giant healthcare billing clearinghouse “Change Healthcare” (owned by United Healthcare Group) was hacked. It is
Examining the Pros and Cons of Ketamine
By Eva Briggs, MD As a physician, I’m always learning with continuing medical education. Recently some CME popped about ketamine and its use to
Go Play in the Dirt!
Unveiling the therapeutic potential of soil: Elevating serotonin levels — and mood By Sara Gleasman-DeSimone, guest columnist As the blossoms of spring are here
Easy-to-Use Dental Care Products for Elderly Seniors
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I have arthritis and hand tremors that affects my grip strength and makes brushing my teeth difficult. I’ve
How We Protect You From Misleading Advertising And Communications
By Warren Beck | Social Security District Manager in Syracuse Social Security works with the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) to protect you