Articles from the July 1, 2016 edition
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Tulare County Claims Famous Statue
Tulare County is known for many things including high mountains, rich agricultural land and giant sequoias, but as a rule it is not known for art. However, there is one exception -T... — Updated 6/24/2016
Home Delivery of Medications Increases Adherence
Seniors with multiple chronic illnesses who had medications delivered to their homes were more likely to adhere to those therapies than individuals who used retail pharmacies, according to a new study in the Journal of Managed... — Updated 6/24/2016
First Online E-Commerce Site Offers Senior Living Furniture
Senior Furnishings is the first online E-Commerce store to offer senior living furniture for seniors, whether they stay at home or live in senior living communities, such as... — Updated 6/24/2016
Senior Citizens' Incomes Fall Short in 47 States
Senior citizens in 47 states and the District of Columbia aren't replacing enough of their pre-retirement incomes, according to a new Bankrate.com study. Many financial experts believe retirees need at least 70% of the income they... — Updated 6/24/2016
Before You Take Your Next Breath...
Before you take that next breath, do you know what's in the air in your home? Sure there's oxygen and carbon dioxide – that much you know – but it's the things you don't know abo... — Updated 6/24/2016
Justice Department Shuts Down 'Psychic' Fraud Scheme
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York permanently barred eight individuals and entities from operating an alleged international multi-million-dollar mail... — Updated 6/24/2016
Three Million Cataract Surgeries Performed Each Year
Approximately 25 million Americans have cataracts, which cause cloudy, blurry or dim vision and often develop with advancing age. The American Academy of Ophthalmology observed... — Updated 6/24/2016
Veteran's Corner
Let's continue our discussion on burial benefits from the last issue. Sometimes a veteran's surviving family members ask us if there is any way to mark the grave of a deceased... — Updated 6/24/2016
Eight Ways to Keep Your Brain Healthy and Sharp
The brain is the body's most complex organ. It's also the most important one. That's why keeping it healthy is critical, especially as you age. Every day, scientists are... — Updated 6/24/2016
Millions of Eligible Seniors Not Receiving Critical Federal Benefits
Feeding America, the nation's largest domestic hunger-relief organization, has joined with other national and local organizations to help strengthen food assistance for low-income, food-insecure seniors by closing the "Senior SNAP... — Updated 6/24/2016
Emotions Make Seniors More Vulnerable to Fraud
Financial fraudsters often attempt to evoke strong emotions in their victims to convince them to hand over money, and seniors may be particularly vulnerable to the effects of... — Updated 6/24/2016