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Choices you make today may increase your chances of surviving lung cancer tomorrow

(BPT) - By Daniel J. Boffa, MD, MBA, FACS, Vice-Chair, American College of Surgeons Commission on CancerLung cancer can enter a person's life like a tornado, creating chaos out of nowhere and leaving …

4 Essential Dental and Vision Coverage Tips for Retirees

(Family Features) With a record number of Americans (4.18 million) reaching retirement age this year, now is the time to assess health coverage during a critical life transition. It's crucial to ensure you prevent health problems from developing into more concerning issues with these four tips for maintaining proper health care coverage in retirement.

Medicare Open Enrollment is Now Through Dec. 7: Find the Right Care at the Best Price

(Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) When you review your coverage options and compare plans, you may find that you can save money, get better coverage or both. A simple plan comparison could save you hundreds - in some cases even thousands of dollars, depending on the prescription medications you take.

Legal Battle Over Billionaire's Fortune Breaks Into U.S. Courts

(BPT) - In a new legal turn, a U.S. federal court may require the daughter of Polish media mogul Zygmunt Solorz to hand over documents related to an ongoing dispute over the succession of his …

Baby Boomers at risk of massive financial losses

(BPT) - We are approaching a critical tipping point that could shake up the status quo for wealth planning. Millennials and Gen Z are accumulating more wealth at a rapid pace, increasingly dominating …

Do you have ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease? You may be interested in these clinical trials

(BPT) - Sponsored by MerckInflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic condition that causes inflammation in the digestive system. It affects about 10 million people around the world.[1],[2] The two …

5 expert tips to score the best health insurance

(BPT) - Open enrollment is here, which means it's time to review your health coverage options for 2026 and make changes if you need to. With a little prep, choosing a plan through Medicare, your …

News for Seniors

Why more women are turning to Pycnogenol during menopause

(BPT) - Menopause is a normal stage of life, but the changes it brings can feel anything but. Hot flashes, restless nights, mood shifts and hair thinning are just some of the common symptoms women …

Use it or lose it: Make your Medicare Advantage OTC Dollars Work For You

(BPT) - An estimated $5 billion in over-the-counter (OTC) allowances for Medicare Advantage members don't get used each year — that's approximately 70% of these benefits wasted. With current …

Breathing easier: Lung transplants give new life to those living with serious lung disease

(BPT) - Oct. 9, 2025, marks the first-ever Lung Transplant Awareness Day. This initiative is dedicated to uniting the lung disease patient community, raising awareness of this lifesaving medical …

Asthma and chronic rhinosinusitis: How one condition can worsen the other

(BPT) - If you live with asthma and struggle with chronic sinus problems, the two conditions may be more connected than you think.Chronic rhinosinusitis is long-term swelling of the nose and sinus …

The hidden threat after heart bypass — and the new treatment that could save thousands

(BPT) - For the hundreds of thousands of Americans who undergo heart bypass surgery each year, the relief of surviving such a major procedure is often shadowed by one sobering fact: The risk of …

Science-backed alternatives for people who can't get a GLP-1

(BPT) - If you've been denied access to a GLP-1 medication for weight loss, you are not alone. However, there are new science-backed options you should know about that don't require a …

A new version of the pneumonia vaccine that specifically targets strains that affect adults helped spur the updated recommendations.

Pneumonia vaccines for adults are now recommended starting at age 50 – a geriatrician explains the change

The change was spurred by a new vaccine specifically designed to protect against bacterial strains that infect adults and the growing recognition that pneumonia rates in adults over 50 are high.

3 simple ways to add fall color to your home and garden

(BPT) - As summer comes to a close, autumn is all about extending your time outdoors and enjoying the gorgeous, vibrant hues in the garden. Celebrate the season by incorporating colorful plants and …

4 ways to boost your well-being with garden therapy

(BPT) - Step into the world of gardening, a blossoming trend that's captivating people of all ages. If you've already spent time in the garden, you understand the excitement of seeing vibrant colors …

When antidepressants don't work, five days could change that

(BPT) - Finding a medication that alleviates major depression can often take months or years: try a dose, wait, adjust, wait again. And for many, antidepressants simply don't provide lasting relief. …

Diagnosed with advanced ovarian cancer? Learn why HRD testing may help guide your care.

(BPT) - A diagnosis of advanced ovarian cancer can feel overwhelming, emotionally, physically and mentally. There are many decisions to make, and one empowering way to take control is to understand …

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Four benefits of bringing healthcare home

(BPT) - There truly is no place like home. It is our haven, filled with our favorite things. It is comfortable and familiar. It makes sense, then, that receiving healthcare at home is sometimes …

Renew and recharge: The rise of the adult gap year

(BPT) - Gap years are historically associated with recent high school or college graduates who seek to explore and recharge before life's demands take over. But, who says there is a set age for this …