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Monday, June 20, 2022Adopting a healthier lifestyle can add years to your life—even in your 80s, according to new research from Japan. Reducing drinking, not smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, and increasing sleep produce the biggest gains, say scientists. They increased longevity by six years in healthy 40-year-olds. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, June 7, 2022 Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1-1/2 teaspoons salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 2 cups 2% milk 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 5 cups thinly sliced peeled potatoes (about 6 medium) 1/2 cup chopped onion Additional pepper, optional READ MORE >>
Thursday, June 2, 2022Your veins have an incredibly important job: They carry oxygen-rich blood and nutrients from the body back to your heart. But like many things in life, time can take a toll on your veins. Getting older is a risk factor for developing thin, wispy veins that are visible through the skin, known as spider veins. READ MORE >>
Thursday, May 26, 2022Up for a road trip? Whether it’s to visit family across the state or to see a part of the country you’ve never been to, the road trip is a time-honored American tradition. A recent survey of 3,000 Americans found that almost 40% of vacations are taken by car – and baby boomers take the most road trips of all Americans. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, May 25, 2022Also known as Hospital Insurance, Part A helps cover for: Inpatient care in a hospital Skilled nursing facility care Nursing home care (inpatient care in a skilled nursing facility that’s not custodial or long-term care) Hospice care Home health care READ MORE >>
Thursday, May 19, 2022What is SilverSneakers? SilverSneakers is a health and fitness program designed for adults 65+ that’s included with many Medicare plans. Members can: — Take fun exercise classes designed for seniors of all fitness levels and led by trained instructors. READ MORE >>
Thursday, May 5, 2022 Ingredients 2 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken ¼ tsp. salt ⅛ tsp. black pepper 20 oz. can pineapple (crushed or chunks) 2 oz. water Makes: 5 servings Directions Coat frying pan with nonstick cooking spray and set heat to low. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, May 4, 2022On April 29th, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule for the Medicare Advantage (MA) and Part D prescription drug programs that will improve experiences for dually eligible beneficiaries and provide greater transparency for the MA and Part D programs. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, April 27, 2022 On April 22nd, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a proposed rule to update Medicare enrollment and eligibility rules that would expand coverage for people with Medicare and advance health equity. READ MORE >>
Monday, April 18, 2022 The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced it will offer more than $110 million to expand access to home and community-based services (HCBS) through Medicaid’s Money Follows the Person (MFP) program. READ MORE >>
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