By Anne Palumbo Every once in a while, I come across information about a certain food that takes me by complete surprise. I read
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Is Your Vehicle Ready for Summer?
By Melissa Stefanec MelissaStefanec@yahoo.com After what feels like months of grayness, snow, rain and cold, my family is more than ready for
How Medicare Covers Physical Therapy Services
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, Does Medicare cover physical therapy, and if so, how much coverage do they provide? My 66-year-old husband was
10 Ways to Protect Your Personal Information
Identity theft affects millions of people each year and can cause serious harm. Protect yourself by securing your personal information, understanding the threat of
Hospitals Continue to Close
19 hospitals closed last year due to bankruptcy. Another 630 are on the brink of financial disaster this year. Meanwhile, insurers post strong profits
Socializing in a Couples’ World
Have you fallen off the social circuit? There’s no time like spring to hop back on! The fear of walking into an event by
What Is Macular Degeneration and How to Cope with It
We don’t know exactly why AMD occurs but there are some known risk factors: family history, Caucasian race and smoking By Eva Briggs, MD
Nutritious Perks of Plant-Based Pasta
By Anne Palumbo My husband and I now get most of our protein from plant-based foods: legumes, quinoa, chia seeds, tofu and dairy products.
Stay Informed With Social Security’s Top Five Social Media Pages
By Warren Beck, Social Security District Manager in Syracuse We strive to provide the public with accurate and helpful information. In addition to the resources
How to Choose an Assisted Living Facility
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, What’s the best way to go about choosing an assisted living facility for my 86-year-old father? Since mom