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Have you gotten your flu vaccine?

December 3, 2015 / Nathan Lamb / Health

Get vaccinated now! It’s not too late. It takes about two weeks after vaccination for protection to set in, making now the perfect time to get vaccinated.

Not Too Late for Flu Shot

November 10, 2015 / Nathan Lamb / Health

The flu season usually peaks in January or February, and can continue well into the spring. It takes around two weeks following a flu shot to produce a protective immune response, so even if you […]

Reducing Hospital Readmissions

September 10, 2015 / Nathan Lamb / Health

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) and Hallmark Health, in collaboration with Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services and Mystic Valley Elder Services, are among the top performers in an innovative national pilot program to reduce hospital readmission rates. To […]

Slowing Alzheimer’s

July 23, 2015 / Nathan Lamb / Health

Memory loss. Difficulty solving problems. Becoming confused about where she is, or what time it is. Only a doctor can determine whether your parent or grandparent’s memory loss or confusion is Alzheimer’s or something else […]

Dealing with the Heat

June 25, 2015 / Nathan Lamb / Health

Elderly people (that is, people aged 65 years and older) are more prone to heat stress than younger people for several reasons

Mass Ranks 6th Healthiest for Seniors

June 24, 2015 / Nathan Lamb / Health

According to a new national study, Massachusetts ranks 6th in the nation as healthiest for seniors. Vermont came in 1st, and New Hampshire 2nd. Connecticut ranked 10th, Maine 11th, and Rhode Island 14th. According to […]

Dealing with Your Aging Skin

May 6, 2015 / Nathan Lamb / Health

As you get older, your skin changes too. It loses fat, and gets thinner. It doesn’t look as smooth and plump as it did when you were a teenager. Scratches and cuts take longer to […]

Let’s Talk About Hearing

May 6, 2015 / Nathan Lamb / Health

More information about Free Phones – I received some emails this week from some friends about the “Free Phones” column. It is nice that they read the columns. And, it is especially great when they […]

The Skinny on Eating Fats

April 12, 2015 / Nathan Lamb / Health

Although fats generally have a bad reputation, your body actually needs some fats—for energy, for healthy organs, skin, and hair. Fats also help your body absorb vitamins A, D, E, and K. Fats also provide […]

Dealing with Hearing Loss

March 20, 2015 / Nathan Lamb / Health

If you think your hearing is growing weaker, the first step is to admit it. Then, schedule an appointment with your family doctor to discuss your choices. Hearing problems that go untreated can get worse. […]