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Managing Chronic Pain: A Daily Challenge
May 6, 2026

Chronic pain can cause people to feel isolated, and it affects millions in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

This type of pain is defined as lasting longer than three months, and in some cases it lasts for years. 

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Healthy Habits
April 15, 2026

Building healthy habits is the best investment in your long-term well-being. Consider these simple habits.


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Take Care of Your Mental Well-Being
March 26, 2026

Life changes, like retirement, health issues and living alone, can affect how we feel emotionally. It helps to know what harms mental health—and where to find support when you need it.


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Set Goals Now: Start the Year With a Strong Health Foundation
March 11, 2026

In a nutshell—planning early ensures you get the preventive care you need when you need it, avoid unexpected costs and stay on top of where you want to be with your health.


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Make Time for Your Mental Health
Dec 17, 2025

If you have a chronic condition, it makes sense to see your specialist regularly to keep the condition under control. But it also makes sense to stay on top of yearly appointments with your primary care provider (PCP). You should see your PCP first for any new health concern.


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Protect Yourself From Fraudsters
Nov 25, 2025

Every year, millions of older adults are taken advantage of by criminals with financial, health care, romance and lottery schemes. If something seems too good to be true, it usually is just that—not real. And many schemes target people enrolled in Medicare.


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Healthy Habits
Nov 25, 2025

Blood sugar levels can tell if you’re at risk of—or have—diabetes. An A1c blood test shows your average blood sugar level over the past two to three months. It measures the amount of blood sugar attached to your red blood cells. 


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Understanding High Blood Pressure
Apr 9, 2025

Blood pressure measures the force of blood against the walls of the arteries and is recorded as two numbers, for example “120 over 80.” The first, or top, number (systolic pressure) is the force at the time the heart beats. The second, or bottom, number (diastolic pressure) is the force between beats.


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Your Bladder May Be Telling You
Something About Your Health
Apr 3, 2025

You may not realize it, but your bladder offers a window into your overall health. And any changes in your bladder habits are something to bring up with your primary care provider. Here are some signs to look for and what they might mean for your health.