Category Archives: Health

Word Wizardry Contest

Posted on August 24, 2011 by EngAGE

From an article by Alison Biggar in Aging Today: “Every week, Merl Reagle creates crossword puzzles that are syndicated in 50 newspapers across the country. Known for his wit, facility with word patterns and for starring in the crossword puzzle … Continue reading →

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Helpful Websites Focus on Senior Health

Posted on August 22, 2011 by EngAGE

Medicare’s main website offers a list of seven useful websites that provide information about not only Medicare eligibility and enrollment, coverage, rights and protections, health plan options, prescription drugs, and programs for people with lower income, but also such topics as chronic diseases that … Continue reading →

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Art Does More Than Heal

Posted on August 14, 2011 by EngAGE

Cathy Malchiodi, PhD, LPAT, LPCC, is an art therapist who shares her thoughts about why humans are compelled to make art and why everyone should consider it as a wellness practice. “Will painting a picture cure what ails you in … Continue reading →

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Resolving Medical Disagreements

Posted on August 11, 2011 by EngAGE

  The Los Angeles Times has published an article by Lisa Zamosky that offers useful suggestions if you’re having trouble with with an incorrect medical bill or a possible incorrect diagnosis. Read the article here.    

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News from Casa Bonita

Posted on July 10, 2011 by EngAGE

Below are pictures from one of Casa Bonita’s “Food Group” meetings. The group usually spends the first part of the time discussing healthy food topics, then ends with an artistic project. And doesn’t their finished torn paper work look great?! Contributed by Gloria Tinajero

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Sun Care for Older Adults

Posted on June 8, 2011 by EngAGE

  Like to spend time outdoors? A post from The National Senior Conservation Corps (“Gray is Green”)  lists six myths that are worth knowing about sun care for older adults!  Click here to read more.    

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Are You Smarter?

Posted on May 31, 2011 by EngAGE

Oprah Winfrey’s website shares an article by Annie Murphy Paul from O Magazine entitled “Ten Ways You Get Smarter as You Get Older.” Are you feeling smarter?      

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