Trusted Daily Health News & Tips for the Boomer Community
Lawmakers are advancing a bipartisan expansion of Medicaid that would broaden access to care for seniors in rural and underserved areas. The bill is currently under committee review and could see a vote before the end of the quarter. Experts say this could significantly impact preventative care for the aging population.
Research funded by the NIH suggests that seniors who get consistent, high-quality sleep have a significantly lower risk of cognitive decline. The findings emphasize the role of REM cycles and recommend magnesium and light exposure control as supportive tools for better rest.
It turns out a folk remedy may have more truth than fiction. Mixing boiled clove water with a splash of vinegar creates a natural deterrent for household pests — especially in summer months. Leave in a bowl near produce or spray around counter edges daily.
According to a recent FBI bulletin, seniors are increasingly targeted by scammers posing as Medicare representatives. New schemes involve fake “genetic tests” or pandemic-era reimbursements. Stay alert and never share your Medicare number over the phone.
