Health & Wellness

1. Critical Conversations with Aging Parents: Start Now

   Gail Sheehy, author of many books concerning the transitions we all make over our lives, and the universal problems, challenges and opportunities involved with those passage, recently wrote an article for USA Today on having critical conversations … Continue

2. Living Situations for Aging Parents

   Person of the Week: Caregivers Allow for Dignified Living Situations for Aging Parents Check out this relevant article and video clip, from ABC News’ series Families on the Brink “What to do about Mom and Dad?” about … Continue

3. Seasonal Affective Disorder and Seniors: Fixing SAD

   Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a seasonal form of depression usually seen in the fall and winter. It’s more common in women than in men, and affects at least 6% of the US population. Generally, people who … Continue

4. Free Cancer Screening and Low-Cost Cholesterol Testing in Lewiston

   Here’s an opportunity to do a free quick screening for skin cancer.  On Friday, January 28, 2011, the Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing at Central Maine Medical Center and Bates Mill Dermatology have partnered to … Continue

5. Dementia and Hospitalization: the New Old Age

   I recently read an interesting blog post from a great New York Times blog called “The New Old Age,” regarding dementia patients and hospitalization later in life. This post was timely for me, due to the increased … Continue

6. Common Medicare Questions for 2011 Enrollment

   Annual enrollment is the one time of year Medicare beneficiaries have the opportunity to evaluate all their options and choose the best coverage for their needs.  Medicare options can be overwhelming, which is why so many people … Continue

7. How to Compare Medicare Prescription Plans in Maine

   Q. What’s the best way to compare perscription drug plans? How do I find out what the drug options are for Maine plans? Thanks, Lynn. A. Hi, To help answer your question I spoke with a colleague … Continue