Condoms aren’t a fact of life for young Americans. They’re an afterthought
By DEVNA BOSE
AP Health Writer
OXFORD, Miss. It’s hard to miss the overflowing bowl of condoms at the entrance of the gym.
Some University of...
TONI SAYS: Turning 65: How does Medicare’s fall enrollment affect me?
By Toni King
Dear Toni:
A friend introduced me to your Medicare column because I’m stressed about what I need to do to enroll in Medicare....
CATES: Dizziness and falls
By Carol A. Cates, MSN, MBA, RN, NEA-BC
Chief Nursing Officer
Odessa Regional Medical Center
In the last few years of her life, my stepmom fell far...
Just say no to holiday weight gain
By Iryna Bychkiv | Wealth of Geeks
The United States Centers of Disease Control (CDC) reports their latest population data from 2023 shows, in 23...
Surprising reasons National Coffee Day is actually good for your health
By Sharon Rhodes
Whether you have a few cups of coffee per day or enjoy the occasional cup of joe, coffee can be more than...
RSV Vaccines: What older adults need to know
Family Features
Even though cooler days may seem far off, now is the best time to plan ahead for a healthy winter. One common respiratory...
TONI SAYS: Medicare enrollment rules for Social Security Disability
By Toni King
Dear Toni:
My sister Sally has been qualified for Social Security Disability for the past 24 months, due to having heart issues, and...
Severe obesity is on the rise in the US
By JONEL ALECCIA
AP Health Writer
Obesity is high and holding steady in the U.S., but the proportion of those with severe obesity — especially...
CATES: Vaping and the brain
By Carol A. Cates, MSN, MBA, RN, NEA-BC
Chief Nursing Officer
Odessa Regional Medical Center
Sometimes I am amazed at how far medical technology has advanced since...
TONI SAYS: Can I use my HSA card to pay my Medicare premium?
By Toni King
Dear Toni:
My Medicare starts Oct. 1 and received my first bill, due on Sep. 25, about a week ago. This bill is...