Six Truths About the New Omicron BA.2 Variant
New COVID infections in the United States have steadily dropped since January, but new case rates have started to climb again in Asia and Europe in re…Read More
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Seniors, Cardiac Devices and Magnets Don’t Mix
In May 2021, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that cellphones, smartphones, and smart watches with magnets inside could cause implante…Read More
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Seniors and a Second Booster Shot?
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is weighing the benefits of a second booster shot for vaccinated and boosted Americans. The vaccines combined w…Read More
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What Does Endemic Covid Mean For Seniors?
California is opening up again and looking to the future. Omicron case rates have dropped 65% in California since the peak wintertime surge in early J…Read More
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What Seniors Need to Know About Choosing A Covid Test
There are two main types of diagnostic coronavirus tests easily available: the PCR and the rapid antigen. The PCR is often called the gold standard of…Read More
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Do Seniors Need A Mask Upgrade Against Omicron?
The Omicron variant is filling hospitals, causing long testing lines, and triggering new mask mandates. Since March 2020, mask requirements and prefer…Read More
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Seven Top Medical Advances for Seniors in 2021
The biggest medical news of 2021 was the Covid-19 vaccine and booster shots whose massive and speedy delivery gave hope to people of all ages around t…Read More
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Four Reasons for Seniors to Observe Covid Safety This Holiday
Celebrating the holidays this year while staying healthy and safe won’t be simple. Several forces are converging on us in December 2021: the second …Read More
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What Seniors Want to Know About the New Alzheimer’s Vaccine
There’s much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving in the world of health. In addition to the Covid-19 vaccine and booster shot making Thanksgiving g…Read More