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Groundhog Day — The History of Groundhog Day 2018 Groundhog Day Punxsutawney Phil has spoken! The results of this year’s Groundhog Day have been announced! February 2nd at 7:25 a.m. Eastern time, “Punxsutawney Phil, Seer of Seers, Sage of Sages, Prognosticator of Prognosticators, and Weather Prophet Extraordinaire” saw his shadow and predicted 6 […]

The History of Groundhog Day

February 2, 2018 in Health / life / Medicare tagged current events / holidays & events / nature by Andrea Hektner

Glaucoma Treatment — Glaucoma Treatment & Management Glaucoma occurs when the eye’s optic nerve is damaged, usually by a build up of pressure. As vision loss from the disease is irreversible, the goal of treatment is to prevent further damage. When detected early, it is possible to save sight with one of the […]

Glaucoma Treatment and Management

January 31, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged eye health / preventative health measures / surgical procedure by Andrea Hektner

Oxytocin: The Love Hormone What Is Oxytocin? Also known as “the love hormone” or the “cuddle hormone,” oxytocin is released during birth, breastfeeding, and sex. Our brains also produce it when we kiss, hug, or cuddle with a loved one. It is the chemical that makes you feel closer to […]

Oxytocin: The Love Hormone

January 27, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged anxiety / depression / mental health by Andrea Hektner

Play Therapy What Is Play Therapy? Mental health professionals use this psychotherapeutic approach with (mostly) children to help them express themselves and uncover problems. The setting is usually a safe playroom where the child is encouraged to explore and choose their own toys/activities freely. Children sometimes find it easier to […]

Play Therapy

January 26, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged alternative therapy / anxiety / mental health by Andrea Hektner

Experiential Therapy Vs. Talk Therapy Experiential therapy is a different approach to therapy than traditional talk therapy. This approach involves activities and actions in conjunction with talking. The experiences encourage patients to pinpoint and deal with their issues through activities. Experiential therapy in addition to talk therapy can increase confidence […]

Experiential Therapy

January 25, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged alternative therapy / depression / mental health by Andrea Hektner

Animal-Assisted Therapy What Is Animal-Assisted Therapy? Animal-assisted therapy uses contact with animals to enhance a therapy treatment plan. Therapy animals include household pets, such as dogs, cats and rabbits, but also farm animals, such as horses, goats, pigs and donkeys. Depending on the patient, the therapist will introduce animals into […]

Animal-Assisted Therapy

January 24, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged alternative therapy / cancer / dementia / depression / mental health by Andrea Hektner

What Is Ketosis? Ketosis is the survival state your body enters when deprived of glucose for energy. The body relies on storing fats instead, and acids called ketones build up from the fats in the liver. You can force your body into this state by lowering your carbohydrate intake. […]

What Is Ketosis?

January 23, 2018 in Health tagged diabetes / diet / high cholesterol by Andrea Hektner

sniff out cancer — Can Dogs Sniff Out Cancer? It is no secret that a dog’s sense of smell is much stronger than a human’s. We use man’s best friend to find drugs and explosives in airports, help find missing persons and even to sniff out cancer. They can be more accurate than laboratories when […]

Can Dogs Sniff Out Cancer?

January 15, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged cancer / health / Medical Advancements / pets by Andrea Hektner

During the winter months, the cold air can create challenges and lead to pain. Older adults are more at risk for injury and complications. When temperatures drop below freezing, snow and ice can be fatal by increasing the risk of falls, hypothermia and frostbite. Winter is an important time to […]

Cold Weather Safety for Seniors

January 5, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged falling / health & safety / preventative health measures / Seasonal Health by Andrea Hektner

Cancer, Accident, Stroke, and Hospital Indemnity Plans — As people age, the risk of developing chronic conditions rises. Life expectancy rates have increased over the past two decades, according to the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME). Managing your lifestyle, such as diet, sleep schedule and taking the right preventative steps can keep you healthy over 65. […]

Chronic Conditions Common in Seniors

January 2, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged Arthritis / cancer / diabetes / heart disease / preventative health measures by Andrea Hektner