Ask One Senior Place: What are clinical trials – and why do people participate?
Barbara Fradkin - FLORIDA TODAY Q: What are clinical trials --and why do people participate? A: That is a great question and a topic worth ...More
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Ask One Senior Place: I keep hearing about the opioid epidemic. Are seniors affected by it?
Lisa Conway - Hometown News Q: I keep hearing about the opioid epidemic. Are seniors affected by it? A: The opioid epidemic (or crisis) is ...More
Ask One Senior Place: What will you be grateful for in the New Year?
Barbara Fradkin - FLORIDA TODAY Q: When was the last time you stopped to think about what you're grateful for? Thanksgiving? A: We have all ...More
Ask One Senior Place: Sometimes I have to dash to the bathroom. Is this normal for Seniors?
Barbara Fradkin - Hometown News Sometimes I have to dash to the bathroom. Is this normal for seniors? Age really has nothing to do with ...More
Walters: Local health professionals help inform public in many specialties
Tim Walters - FLORIDA TODAY (Dec. 21, 2021) I recently surpassed the six-year mark since I took over handling the FLORIDA TODAY Health section. At ...More
Ask One Senior Place: Does Medicare cover mental health treatment?
Brenda Lyle - Hometown News Q: Does Medicare cover mental health treatment? A: Mental health issues have exploded during the pandemic, particularly for seniors. Many ...More
Ask One Senior Place: Are smartphones easy for seniors to learn?
Brenda Lyle - Hometown News Q: I am getting a smartphone. Are they easy for seniors to learn? A: Congratulations on your soon-to-be new phone! ...More
Ask One Senior Place: Can you explain the benefits of staying active as we age?
Lisa Conway - FLORIDA TODAY Q: My mom needs to exercise, but I can't convince her. Can you explain the benefits of staying active as we ...More
Ask One Senior Place: When is the best time to file for Social Security?
Brenda Lyle - Hometown News Q: When is the best time to file for Social Security? A: This question always sparks a lively discussion, with ...More
Ask One Senior Place: Your reflux may be a sign of GERD: here’s what to know
Brenda Lyle - FLORIDA TODAY Q: How can I tell if I have heartburn or something worse? A: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, or GERD, is a ...More
