Author: Kathleen Doheny

Thursday, October 20, 2022

Telemedicine: It’s Here To Stay

Healthcare experts say telemedicine is here to stay—and should be. Learn how to get the most out of your virtual visits to doctors.

Wednesday, October 5, 2022

Have You Heard? OTC Hearing Aids

As soon as mid-October, a new category of hearing aids will be available without prescription. Get the details here!

Wednesday, September 7, 2022

Insider Tips on Healthy Aging

Happy September, and Happy Healthy Aging Month! Learn some insider tips on healthy aging, revealed by the Senior Planet Sponsored Athletes.

Thursday, August 11, 2022

Heatwaves and Senior Health

Heatwaves hit older people harder, with results that could mean hospitalization or even death. Get the facts here and stay safe!

Thursday, August 11, 2022

Monkeypox: What We Know Right Now

In late July, the World Health Organization declared monkeypox a public health emergency of global concern. Here’s what we know now.

Wednesday, August 3, 2022

El sol de verano y la piel de las personas mayores

El cuidado de la piel de las personas mayores es especialmente importante cuando el sol pega fuerte en verano. Aquí hay algunos consejos sobre cómo conocer mejor la piel de las personas mayores.

Wednesday, August 3, 2022

Summer Sun and Senior Skin

Senior skincare is especially important when the sun beats down in summer.. Here are some tips on how to be senior skin savvy.

Thursday, July 21, 2022

How To Be Your Own Healthcare Advocate

Seniors who experience unsatisfactory treatment in healthcare don’t have to suffer – they can become their own healthcare advocates.

Wednesday, July 6, 2022

Quick Answers to Health Questions

Do you have any health questions that you’ve been meaning to research?

Thursday, June 23, 2022

Might You Have (Gasp) Kareishuu?

On the list of “First World problems to worry about,” it’s definitely not number one – but for some, kareishuu holds a spot near the top.

Wednesday, June 1, 2022

Are “Brain Vitamins” for Real?

Will so-called “brain vitamins” really help your memory?

Thursday, May 12, 2022

COVID Booster, Round Two?

If you are 50 plus, it’s likely you are eligible for a second COVID vaccine booster. Here’s what else to know.

Wednesday, May 4, 2022

Buenas noticias sobre la salud y el estado físico de las personas mayores

¿En un estado de ánimo “Uf, soy viejo”? Aquí hay buenas noticias edificantes sobre la salud y el estado físico de las personas mayores.

Wednesday, May 4, 2022

Good News about Senior Health and Fitness

In an “Ugh, I’m Old” mood? Here’s uplifting, good news about senior health and fitness.

Monday, April 25, 2022

Get Social–and Garden!

Is spring putting you in a gardening mood? There’s good news about how to get social in the garden-even if you don’t have one!