Did you know that while there are many factors in our daily lives that can increase our risk of heart disease, there are also a number of ways to prevent the disease and even reverse its impact in some cases? AARP has put together a great list of 10 habits to avoid if you are […]
Tingling Hands? Painful Feet? 7 Warning Signs of Neuropathy You Should Never Ignore
Do you ever experience pain or strange sensations in your feet? If so, you’re not alone! For some, a simple blood test can reveal the cause to be high blood pressure and the advent of a common complication of diabetes called peripheral neuropathy. AARP has shared a wonderful article with symptoms you should never ignore. […]
Everything You Need to Know About Roth IRAs – Tax-Free Income at Retirement
While saving for retirement is an important way to grow your next egg, it’s also worth thinking about what happens when it’s time to take your money out. Some financial tools are better than others, and many are talking about the Roth IRA. Per a recent story from AARP, the Roth IRA is an individual […]
What to Know About Two New Alzheimer’s Drugs
Big news from the medical science community regarding two drugs that may be able to modestly slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease for some patients. The two drugs are Leqembi (lecanemab) and Kisunla (donanemab), and someday they might prevent cognitive decline entirely in people whose brains show signs of disease, but who don’t yet have […]
The 5 Worst Mistakes Grandparents Can Make with Money
If you’re a grandparent, one of your greatest joys comes from spoiling your grandchildren. However, if you plan to give them cash, gifts or investments, there are many things to consider, including your own financial situation. AARP has put together some helpful steps grandparents can take to avoid the common financial mistakes. To read the story, […]
What Is Essential Tremor?
We all have slight tremors when we move our hands, and they can become more obvious if we’ve consumed caffeine or are stressed or angry. But if you have noticeable tremors all or most of the time, you may have essential tremor, a movement disorder that causes involuntary rhythmic shaking of the hands, arms and sometimes other […]
