National Nutrition Month® is sponsored annually by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to focus on the importance of making informed food choices, developing good eating habits and staying physically active. Did you know a healthy lifestyle can lessen your chances of developing cancer? Nearly 2 million Americans will be diagnosed with and more than 611,000 will die of cancer …

One of the conversations we have in the office is about how to pay for hearing aids. This is a bit of a loaded question so let’s look at how we approach this topic in our office. Now that some Medicare Advantage plans offer some coverage for hearing aids, we will always ask you if you want us to check …

Nestled in the heart of Delray Beach, Florida, The Villa of Delray Assisted Living Home stands as a beacon of compassionate care and unparalleled comfort for seniors seeking a warm and inviting community. This assisted living facility is renowned for its commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its residents, combining luxurious accommodations with personalized assistance to create a …

One Day Bath’s TubcuT® adds convenience and protection for all ages When was the last time you faced the need for a home project that you knew would absolutely solve your problem and also go easy on your wallet? For most homeowners, there’s usually an endless list of modifications and renovations that we need to make as both we and …

For today’s seniors, the desire to stay at home is strong. In fact, the modern elderly population is much different from its past counterparts. Almost 90% of people over 65 want to live in their home and community as long as possible, according to a report by the AARP Public Policy Institute and the National Conference of State Legislatures. A …

Fall in Love Again with Bauman Medical’s Help by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS Want to give your hair some love this month? Consider breaking up with… Combovers (unless you’re a gangster) Baseball caps (when you’re not at a baseball game) Over-the-counter topicals (with a side of towel) Hair growth supplements (one more thing to remember) Shaving your head (unless …

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for all genders, races, and ethnicities in the United States. According to the CDC, it claims a life every 34 seconds. That makes it so that roughly one out of every five deaths is a direct result of heart disease. That’s a statistic that’s hard to swallow. Are you at risk? With …

National Caregivers Day is recognized on the third Friday of February each year. It serves as a reminder to express appreciation to the caregivers in our and others’ lives. The Cambridge Dictionary defines a caregiver as someone who takes care of a person who is young, old, ill or disabled. Caregivers are all around us. There are two main types …

Over the past few months, we have discussed new technology and accessories. One of our patients has graciously written a letter of her experience with the Roger microphone: Dear Debbie, Just a short note to let you know how very pleased I am with my new Phonak Slim hearing aid and the extra addition of ROGER, my hand held microphone. …

By Renee Chillcott, LMHC “Happy” is a term we hear often but what does it really mean? We all want to be happy, therefore, we make decisions that make us happy, and we are very aware of when we are not happy, but what exactly is “happy”? For the most part, happy is a positive feeling that drives us to …