Question: I previously had a yearly check-up for my workplace requirements. Now Medicare is requesting that I undergo a “wellness exam.” How does this differ from other types of medical examinations? Answer: The main distinction lies in the fact that a physical examination is more thorough compared to a wellness check-up. Annual physical examinations consist […]
Category Archives: Health
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“Ask Dr. Q.” gives OurSeniors readers a chance to get expert answers to specific senior-related health questions. Dr. Steven Quaning is Medical Director and Chief Physician at Metro Health, a network of medical practices dedicated to senior care. He is Board Certified in Geriatric Medicine, medical care specifically aimed at seniors. In our “Ask Dr. […]
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It is not uncommon to experience changing sleep patterns as we age. Natural as these changes are, they can cause concern for many seniors. A study conducted at the University of Washington found that 40% of all seniors reported some type of sleep problem, including very light sleep, frequent awakening, and daytime fatigue or sleepiness. […]
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MetroHealth, an OurSeniors.Net partner, is committed to making high-quality primary care accessible to the senior community. Accessibility is an important issue in providing senior healthcare. For many seniors, lack of mobility is a roadblock that prevents them from getting prompt, effective medical care. MetroHealth has invested in a unique solution to this common problem. The […]
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OurSeniors.net Sponsor Metrohealth – Join us at our upcoming event “The Good Life Expo” on Saturday, February 10th, 2024 from Noon – 5:00 PM at Pictona in Holly Hill. The Good Life Expo at Pictona will feature a variety of interactive demonstrations, activities, music, food, and fun for adults over 50! The event is designed […]
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Have you been to the Adult Activity Center in Port Orange for any of our many activities specially tailored to our 55+ community? Here’s your chance to see it all, from outdoor activities such as horseshoes and pickleball to dancing, tabletop and card games, woodcarving, and knitting, just to name a few! Join us on […]
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It’s hard to say goodbye to long summer days. You may have spent the last few months hanging out at the pool with grandchildren, playing pickleball with friends in the mornings, and ending the night making s’mores around a crackling fire. Summer is magic! However, fall has its own special charm, too. Just because the […]
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Florida ranks number 25 for senior health out of all states in the country and that statistic is leading more older adults to wonder if what they’re doing for their health is actually enough. The lag in good health across the state has a lot to do with lingering effects from the pandemic, a stall […]
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There is often attention that shines on things like heart disease, cancer awareness, and general wellness. There are, however, different diseases that often go overlooked because they are lesser known or simply not talked about. A perfect example is celiac disease. Today is National Celiac Disease Awareness Day and while this might be something that […]
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Florida’s pristine beaches and warm waters are a paradise for tourists and locals alike. However, beneath the surface, right now, there is something that you should be worried about. It’s called Vibrio vulnificus and if you haven’t already seen it in the news, it’s a “flesh-eating” bacterium that has been causing concern among health officials […]
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Every year, on August 1st since it started in 2012,, the world unites to raise awareness about lung cancer, one of the most prevalent and deadly cancers worldwide. 541,000 Americans have been diagnosed with lung cancer at some point in their lives and this is why this day exists. World Lung Cancer Day serves as […]
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Did you know that heart blockages or plaque buildup on the artery wall (which could ultimately lead to coronary artery disease) usually occurs 10 years earlier for men compared to women? Of course, this will depend on individual circumstances and health standing but for men older than 45, these blockages often occur, this happens for […]