Dieters move past calories, food makers follow
Kelly Pill has been dieting since her was born more than 30 years ago. But the 54-year-old resident of Covina, Calif., made changes to her approach in recent years. She doesn’t eat Lean Cuisine microwavable meals as often because she doesn’t find them that filling.
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is now an Age-Friendly State
Governor Charlie Baker has announced that Massachusetts has joined the network of AARP Age-Friendly States and the World Health Organization Global Network of Age-Friendly Cities and Communities. We thank Governor Baker for his leadership on this issue of importance to Bay State residents of all ages.
Safer driving benefits everyone, no matter the season
By Michael E. Festa
Here in New England, we see our share of seasonal weather changes. Just as the seasons change, so do road conditions...
Stop Congress from driving doctors out of Medicare
By Deborah E. Banda
Today, more than one million Massachusetts seniors rely on Medicare. They have earned their Medicare, and the security of knowing they...
Is it a good time to cut benefits?
By Michael E. Festa
I recently spent the day with AARP President Rob Romasco, who was in Massachusetts for a series of events aimed at...
Celebrating 40th anniversary in a diverse life of dance
By Ed Karvoski Jr., Culture Editor
Boston/Cambridge – 2019 is a year of milestones for Boston resident Peter DiMuro, executive artistic director of the Dance Complex...
Social Security is not a political toy
You may or may not be a fan of Obamacare, but one thing is clear: It has provided a diversion from the problems that plague Social Security.
Rekindling a passion for singing a cappella music
By Ed Karvoski Jr., Culture Editor
Region – After taking a two-decade hiatus from singing a cappella music, Michael Radner of Marlborough is once again crooning...
Why do I need a dilated medical eye exam?
By Dr. Jean Keamy
Many of my patients have no eye complaints and only need glasses or nothing at all. Through an un-dilated pupil, a limited...
A flu shot should be on to-do’s list
By David Rideout
The weather is a bit cooler, and we are spending more time indoors. The cold and flu season is not far off....