Yours, Truly is a program that provides those with Parkinson’s disease an opportunity to learn more about the nonmotor symptoms associated with Parkinson’s and lend their voice to join those speaking out to raise awareness. By showcasing the stories of those impacted by this condition, the program aims to inspire others in the Parkinson’s community to share their own experiences and encourage others to speak out. Parkinson’s disease affects about...
Dr. Martine Extermann Moffitt Cancer Center’s Senior Adult Oncology Program is working to afford the best treatment opportunities for all cancer patients, especially if they are older. A 75-year-old woman in the United States has on average 15 years to live, and an 80-year-old in this country has a 40% chance of living to 90. “My elderly patients are surprised to hear that if they have cancer or metastatic cancer, it’s...
I read a book this year on how to make friends. It sounds silly, but the most important takeaway was that we’re meant to do life with others – family, friends, spouses, colleagues, and people in our community. It seems like an obvious takeaway, but if it was, I don’t think as many people would feel as lonely as they are. If you’ve ever felt lonely, you’re not alone –...
By Steven Ruiz, Humana Central and North Florida Medicare President As inflation causes us all to stretch our dollars, the majority of Americans – including Florida residents – are likely focused on finding the best prices without sacrificing quality. Healthcare can be expensive, so picking the right insurance plan that meets your individual or family needs can be critical to maintaining a balanced budget. Right now – during the Annual...
At Suncoast, we believe that older people deserve to live their golden years with dignity and respect. That’s why we have a team dedicated to advocacy and support for the financial well-being of our members and their families. Donna Moses is an integral part of this team, serving as lead member victim advocate. Donna leads Suncoast’s efforts to prevent financial exploitation through community outreach and education. If a member is...
June marks the start of the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs until November 30. NOAA predicted an“above normal” season and forecasts 21 named storms, including up to 10 hurricanes. Six of those could reach Category 3 or higher. AARP Florida is your fierce advocate, there with resources to help you prepare for all aspects of your life, including natural disasters. We know it is not a matter of “if” Florida...
April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month – a time to bring greater attention to Parkinson’s and its associated symptoms while encouraging and empowering those impacted to share their experiences. Parkinson’s disease is a progressive central nervous system disorder that affects about one million people in the United States.[1],[2] Signs and symptoms can vary with people experiencing both motor symptoms (such as bradykinesia, resting tremors, rigidity and balance) and lesser-known non-motor...
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, physicians and researchers have been working to determine how the virus impacts cancer patients and their care. Moffitt Cancer Center has partnered with more than 120 other health care institutions across the U.S. to form the COVID-19 and Cancer Consortium. The group’s mission is to collect data about patients with cancer who have been diagnosed with COVID-19. The consortium has determined elderly patients have certain risk factors beyond...
COVID-19 has certainly exerted a huge toll on our country. Millions of people have become sick and many of these, disproportionately represented by the senior population, have succumbed to this infection. However, even those who have survived or have not contracted COVID-19 have experienced significant challenges. Seniors, like many others, have had to learn new ways to cope with isolation and mental health challenges during social distancing. And this isolation...
by Patricia Fuller, PhD Director, Wellness Engineering Bakdwin Krystyn Sherman Partners What were your favorite toys as a child? Who was your best friend in grade school? What clique did you belong to in high school? Where did you go to college? Where did you meet your future spouse? Talk about your work life – did you have a job? a career? a calling? What was the high point of...