Barbara Fradkin - Special to HOMETOWN NEWS Reader Question: My husband refuses to get medical checkups. What should I do? Answer: In the U.S., men die ...More
Lisa Conway - FLORIDA TODAY Q: I keep hearing about the opioid epidemic. Are seniors affected by it? A: The opioid epidemic (or opioid crisis) ...More
by Lisa Conway - Hometown News This is an important question, as depression and anxiety levels in the U.S. are elevated from multiple stressors. Currently, ...More
Barbara Fradkin - Special to FLORIDA TODAY Reader Question: Lately, I am having problems making it to the bathroom. Is this normal as I age? Answer: Actually, your ...More
Lisa Conway - Special to Hometown News In 2011, the United Nations General Assembly declared June 15th World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Each year on ...More
Brenda Lyle - Special to FLORIDA TODAY Reader question: Does Medicare cover mental health treatment for seniors? Answer: Mental health issues and treatment have become front and ...More
Lisa Conway, One Senior Place - Special to FLORIDA TODAY Q: I am a new Florida resident and love being outside. How concerned should ...More
Barbara Fradkin - Special to HOMETOWN NEWS Q: What's the difference between Inpatient and Observation status in the hospital? Does Medicare handle it differently? Inpatient ...More
Lisa Conway, One Senior Place - Special to FLORIDA TODAY Q: My mother lives alone and I think she could use a little help ...More
By Brenda Lyle - Hometown News Reader Question: How do I talk to my senior parents about driving? Answer: This can be a tough issue to ...More
