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The Office for the Aging will temporarily transition to appointments-only for the next few months, starting Monday, February 6, due to an expansion of its office quarters in the government center.

You’ll need an appointment at the Sullivan Office for the Aging, and more

Dr. Larryl Damon Jr. awarded board certification HONESDALE, PA — Larryl Damon Jr., D.O., a pediatrician for Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC), has been awarded board … more

2/1/23

Caregiving can cause emotional, physical stress

REGION — For the hundreds of thousands of unpaid caregivers in New York and Pennsylvania, the stress of caring for someone with dementia through the winter holidays might be over, but another … more

2/1/23

Your chances of witnessing a cardiac arrest are fortunately rare, unless you are living with a friend or family member who is at high risk. But you can learn how to respond if it happens.

Acute cardiac arrest

The nation and the world had the opportunity to witness Damar Hamlin in full cardiac arrest during the January 2 Bengals/Buffalo Bills game, and the expert team of health care professionals who … more

By JAMES D. LOMAX | 2/1/23

Among Black Americans aged 70 or older, more than one in five (21 percent) are living with Alzheimer’s disease.

The changing role of race in dementia research

ONLINE — In honor of Black History Month, the Alzheimer’s Association will offer a free live webinar, “Alzheimer’s & Dementia Conversations: Changing the Face of … more

1/31/23

Listening to music with your loved one is a great way to keep someone with dementia engaged this winter.

Keep your loved ones engaged this winter

REGION — While many families are caring for their loved ones at home, finding ways to stay engaged and active indoors during the cold winter months can be challenging for many Americans. But … more

1/18/23

Run or walk in Lackawaxen 5K and more

Christmas joy for seniors HONESDALE, PA — When the word went out, requesting donations for gifts to seniors, the response from Wayne Memorial Hospital employees was immediate and … more

1/4/23

As much joy and love as the caregiving role can bring, caregivers need to pay attention to their stress levels.

Caregivers: take your stress seriously

NATIONWIDE — For the 43.5 million unpaid caregivers across the nation, the stress of caring for someone with dementia through the winter holidays might be over, but another type of stress has … more

1/4/23

Cervical cancer screenings crucial

Happy 2023! We hope everyone had a joyous holiday season, and are recharged and ready for a happy, healthy year ahead. We’re thankful for many things as we head into 2023, including the … more

By ERIN MCFADDEN, M.D. | 1/4/23

Meditation—however you practice it—is one way to help you find your meaningful goals.

Make 2023 your best year yet

Happy New Year! Did you make a New Year’s resolution? Do you have a process for planning your new year? A few years ago, I developed this strategic process to plan for the year ahead and I … more

By KIM OLVER | 1/4/23

Holidays are a wonderful time for the family to get together. But they can also highlight memory problems in our elders.

Holidays and memory changes

NATIONWIDE — The holiday season can be a time when families come together to celebrate. In many cases, it can be the first time family members have seen each other in months. Because … more

12/29/22

Sprouts are incredibly good for your health.

Sprouts and your health

Since my junior year in high school, when I grew mung bean sprouts between moist paper towels in my mother’s dish cupboard, my consumption and knowledge of sprouts has expanded. For a … more

By JACQUELINE HERMAN | 12/17/22

This holiday season, make it known that you are dedicated to recovery, or that you are choosing to abstain from alcohol this holiday season.

Holiday survival tips for people in recovery

Staying dedicated to recovery takes work, and potentially becomes increasingly complex over the holiday season. Even someone who has never struggled with addiction, but wants to abstain from alcohol … more

By MICHAEL LEACH | 12/12/22

Tim Doak said music continues to move people with dementia even as other forms of communication become harder for them.

Connecting through music

ONLINE — Music therapist Tim Doak leads a free online program offered by the Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley chapter for people with dementia and their loved ones. It’s called … more

12/1/22

In the blink of an eye

I was sitting at my desk writing Thanksgiving cards, when I got up to cross the room to retrieve a couple of AA batteries to include in a small gift. I leaned down and to the left about five degrees … more

By LAURIE STUART | 12/1/22

Melissa Bonnerwith, right, project manager of public health education and AmeriCorps VISTA at the Wright Center, co-presented the research poster at the White House Eisenhower executive office building with Kimberly Chiaramonte, a senior project officer with the Homeless Council.

Wright Center’s vaccination project spotlighted at White House summit, and more

Making recovery his business OLYPHANT, PA — Earning money came easily for Jason McConnell. From the time he was a teen, he pulled in hundreds of dollars per night at area hotspots as a … more

11/30/22

Winter brings with it a number of illnesses, including the trifecta of COVID-19, RSV and the flu. Take care of yourself.

The serious trifecta this winter

The coming months promise to be difficult for many of us when it comes to trying to stay healthy. A number of conditions occur in higher frequencies during the winter period. (See sidebar, page … more

By JAMES D. LOMAX | 11/30/22

Caring for a loved one with dementia is hard. The Alzheimer's Association has tools to make it easier.

Six essential terms that dementia caregivers should know

NATIONWIDE — Caregiving for someone with dementia can be overwhelming, especially for first-time caregivers. These caregivers not only experience the emotional impact that occurs when a close … more

11/18/22

The Key to Post-Pandemic Well-Being Is Lots of Self-Care, Study Reveals

(NewsUSA) - The unprecedented stress caused by the COVID-19 pandemic pushed many to place a renewed importance on their overall health. This led to a new appreciation for self-care as people … more

11/16/22

5 Ways to Invest in Your Health This Holiday Season

(Family Features) While you should still focus on your total diet, supplements are a simple and convenient way to fill in dietary gaps during the holidays. more

11/16/22

Cough won’t go away? Smart tech app can help you keep track of a persistent cough

(BPT) - Did you know coughing is one of the most common reasons to visit a doctor? For those who have a persistent cough, including the estimated 12 million adults in the U.S. who live with chronic … more

11/16/22

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