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Older Patients Want Specialized Medical Care
By Emily Brandon -
Planning to Retire
- May 5, 2008
But there may not be enough geriatric specialists for everyone.
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Why Seniors Are Targeted
By Luke Mullins -
The Collar
- April 14, 2008
FBI outlines reasons that scammers focus on the elderly.
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To Stay at Home, Seniors Will Embrace Technology
By Sarah Baldauf -
On Medicine
- March 28, 2008
When independent living is in the balance, older folks will adopt new gadgets and high-tech solutions.
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Filling the Gaps in Medicare Advantage
By Michelle Andrews -
On Health and Money
- March 20, 2008
Insurers are selling supplemental plans that by rights you shouldn't need.
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A Risky Pastime for the Older Set, Too
By Lindsay Lyon -
Health
- March 12, 2008
Even seniors are into indoor tanning.
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Is Grampa Using Human Growth Hormone, Too?
By Adam Voiland -
On Men
- February 15, 2008
While athletes like Roger Clemens get the attention, tens of thousands of average Americans use HGH to fight aging.
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Seniors' Identity Theft Dilemma
By Kimberly Palmer -
Alpha Consumer
- February 7, 2008
Government-issued cards make it difficult to protect yourself.
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Aging at Home With Government Help
By Kerry Hannon -
Health
- November 5, 2007
Some senior-dominated neighborhoods have programs in place that provide healthcare and other services.
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Taking Care of Your Parents: Keeping Them Socially Connected
By Sarah Baldauf -
Health
- November 2, 2007
Getting involved with other people can have a huge payoff in happiness.
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Taking Care of Your Parents: Protecting Their Finances
By Sarah Baldauf -
Health
- November 2, 2007
Money is a touchy subject, but avoiding the tough discussions can lead to disaster.
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Taking Care of Your Parents: Preparing the Home
By Sarah Baldauf -
Health
- November 2, 2007
Consider outside counsel and some help from technology.
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Taking Care of Your Parents: Safeguarding Their Health and Safety
By Sarah Baldauf -
Health
- November 2, 2007
Much of the decline that many people assume defines aging can be avoided or postponed.
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15 Ways to Take Care of Your Elderly Parents
By Sarah Baldauf -
Health
- November 2, 2007
With long-range planning, it's possible to extend the years of health and independence.
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Banding Together to Stay at Home
By Kerry Hannon -
Money & Business
- November 1, 2007
A new community aims to extend seniors' independence.
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Confronting Sadness in Seniors
By Matthew Shulman -
Health
- October 25, 2007
Often undiagnosed in the elderly, depression has signs that astute family members can spot.
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