By Melissa Stefanec MelissaStefanec@yahoo.com In an age where Marie Kondo is a household name, the state of our homes has become a very public
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How Social Security Decides If You Still Have a Qualifying Disability
By Deborah Banikowski District Manager, Syracuse Social Security is required by law to review, from time to time, the current medical condition of all
State of the Union — Five Major Healthcare Initiatives
By George W. Chapman President Trump delivered his SOTU address on Feb. 5. Here are some of his plans. 1) Obliterate the “HIV epidemic”
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Shingles: New Drug Helps Prevent Its Occurence
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Whole-grain Millet: Good for Hearts (and More!)
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Information: Friend or Foe?
By Melissa Stefanec MelissaStefanec@yahoo.com Parents today have access to so much information. Generations before us had to rely on a combination of people, books,
Do I Need to File a Tax Return This Year?
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, What are the IRS income tax filing requirements for retirees this tax season? My income dropped way down
Medicare: Rules for Those With Higher Income
By Deborah Banikowski District Manager, Syracuse If you have higher income, the law requires an upward adjustment to your monthly Medicare Part B (medical