As a surprise, more recent retirees are opting to delay collecting Social Security retirement benefits. What’s behind this trend and how could it affect your retirement?
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Walmart Cuts The Price Of Insulin
The retail giant Walmart is trying to help those Americans dependent on insulin afford it. Is it enough? And why does a drug that should have gone off patent generations ago cost so much anyway?
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Can Robots Outperform Human Surgeons?
Everyone wants the latest and greatest medical treatment. But, is newer always better? Can robots do better than human surgeons?
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Congress Proposes Raising SSI Benefits And Eliminating Penalties
A bill in Congress would make SSI fairer and lift recipients out of poverty. But, can it become law?
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A New Treatment For Headaches?
For migraine suffers, new medical research may lead to effective new treatments. Learn the details here.
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Happy New Year 2022
Happy New Year!
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Happy Holidays 2021
May this holiday season be as bright and merry as possible for one and all.
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Could your smartphone keep you alive?
Among the must-have gadgets, these days is the so-called Smartwatch. These are like ordinary watches in that they go on your wrist and call tell you what time it is. But, they are definitely not like most watches in what else they can do. Among the things your smartwatch can do is monitor your heart. These devices note
Heart Rate Has To Be Here Somewhere
the beating of your heart and can determine such things as your cardiac rhythm and how fast your ticker is pumping. Sounds great, right?
Is Too Much Information A Bad Thing?
But, is it a…
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Happy Thanksgiving 2021
Even in dark times like these, there are many things to be grateful for. During this holiday, take time to give thanks for what you’ve got.
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New Homeless Resource Center Opens In Tucson
A new center for the homeless in Tucson will provide greater access to a variety of assistance, including dental and healthcare.
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A New Alzheimer's Drug Sparks Heated Debate
A new drug that allegedly helps slow the progression of Alzheimer’s Disease is on the market. That seems like good new, but the fiery debate about this medication suggests otherwise.
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Social Security Closed Their Offices–What Comes Next?
Social Security closed their offices to the public. They are in no rush to reopen them. What does that mean for the hundreds of millions of Americans who interact with Social Security? What does the future hold? Find out.
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Just How Accurate Are Body Mass Index Readings?
Very likely your doctor has calculated your body mass index to determine if your overweight. But, are these determinations really accurate?
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Understanding Social Security Survivor Benefits
Social Security can pay benefits to those left behind when a loved one dies. Find out what those benefits are and how you might be eligible should the unthinkable occur.
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More On The Medical Mystery Of Placebos
Can a sugar pill work even when you know it is a sugar pill? Fascinating new research hints that it can.
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You can now read your medical records – but should you?
New Federal rules allow patients to get and to read their medical records (this does not apply to mental-health records.) This seems like good news. Now you can read for yourself what your physician is saying about you. Who wouldn’t want that, right?
The Good
Those advocating for access to their medical records claim that this will leave patients more informed. Knowing what is in their medical records will make them
Dear Patient: If you are reading this. . .
better medical consumers. These newly enlightened patients can better discuss their situation with their doctors. In addition, proponents believe that…
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