Month: May 2023

1 in 5 Seniors Now Ration or Skip Meds Due to Cost

Just like how skipping dessert is a sacrifice for the sake of a tighter waistband, many seniors are making the difficult choice to ration or even skip their prescribed medications due to financial constraints. Despite having insurance coverage through Medicare, approximately 20% of older adults admit to taking less medication than prescribed or completely forgoing […]

Published on May 22, 2023

Weight Loss Drug Ozempic May Stop Addictions

Imagine finding a cure for your bad habits while trying to lose weight! That’s exactly what some people taking the weight loss drug Ozempic have experienced. This trendy drug, also known as Semaglutide, was initially designed as an injectable treatment for type 2 diabetes. However, users soon discovered that along with shedding pounds, they were […]

Published on May 22, 2023

Taylor Swift Song Can Save Lives: American Heart Association

Just like a perfectly timed beat, Taylor Swift’s song ‘The Man’ is in sync with the American Heart Association’s recommendations for performing CPR. The AHA has recognized that the tempo of the popular 2019 hit is ideal for administering life-saving chest compressions. It’s like hitting the rhythm sweet spot to keep someone’s heart pumping! This […]

Published on May 22, 2023