Health & Wellness
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What the 2026 Medicare Part D Changes Mean for Your Prescription Costs
New Medicare Part D rules cap out-of-pocket drug costs and change how plans work. Here is what you need to know.
Walking 30 Minutes a Day Linked to Lower Dementia Risk in Major New Study
A large study of over 78,000 adults finds that a daily 30-minute walk can cut dementia risk by up to 40 percent.
How to Monitor Your Blood Pressure at Home and When to Call Your Doctor
A step-by-step guide to checking your blood pressure at home, understanding the numbers, and knowing when to get help.
Strength Training May Slow Brain Aging by Up to Two Years, Study Finds
New research shows that lifting weights twice a week can protect memory and slow brain shrinkage in older adults.
Medicare Advantage vs. Original Medicare in 2026: A Side-by-Side Comparison
A clear, unbiased comparison of Medicare Advantage and Original Medicare to help you decide which option fits your needs.
The Shingles Vaccine: Who Needs It, What It Costs, and Why It Matters
Everything you need to know about the shingles vaccine, including who should get it, side effects, and the new zero-cost coverage.
Managing Arthritis Pain Without Surgery: What Your Doctor May Not Tell You
Proven non-surgical treatments for arthritis pain, from physical therapy to supplements, that can reduce inflammation and improve mobility after 55.
Why Sleep Gets Harder After 60 and What Actually Helps
Science-backed reasons sleep changes after 60, plus proven strategies for falling asleep faster and staying asleep longer without relying on pills.
Prediabetes After 55: The Window You Have to Turn Things Around
One in three Americans over 55 has prediabetes. Learn the proven steps to reverse it before it becomes type 2 diabetes.
The Complete Fall Prevention Checklist for Every Room in Your Home
Room-by-room fall prevention checklist with specific fixes that reduce fall risk by up to 40 percent. Practical, affordable changes for every home.
Vision Changes After 60: What Is Normal and What Needs Attention
Learn which vision changes after 60 are a normal part of aging and which are warning signs of serious eye diseases that need prompt treatment.
Depression in Older Adults Is More Common Than You Think, and Very Treatable
Depression affects 7 million Americans over 65, but most never get help. Learn the signs, treatment options, and where to start.