Scamming Seniors: How sharks in the water are targeting older Upper East Siders

Written by Megan Finnegan Bungeroth on March 21, 2012. Posted in Breaking News, News Our Town, Our Town, Seniors

New York is a city with a booming elderly population—there are over 3.4 million people over the age of 65 living here. With that aging population come the predators who single out older victims for their nefarious swindles. In an age of small-time Internet scams and big-time Ponzi schemes, everyone is a potential victim of financial crimes, but the elderly are particularly at risk and
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Scamming Seniors: How sharks in the water are targeting older Upper East & West Siders

Written by Megan Finnegan Bungeroth on March 14, 2012. Posted in Breaking News, Crime Watch OTDT, Crime Watch our town, Crime Watch West Side Spirit, Dwell OTDT, Family, Lifestyle, News & Features West Side Spirit, News OTDT, News Our Town, Seniors, West Side Spirit

New York is a city with a booming elderly population—there are over 3.4 million people over the age of 65 living here. With that aging population come the predators who single out older victims for their nefarious swindles. In an age of small-time Internet scams and big-time Ponzi schemes, everyone is a potential victim of
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HIV on the Rise Among Seniors

Written by admin on October 27, 2010. Posted in Seniors, Special Sections

People over 50 get tested as often for the killer disease By Fred Cicetti Q. I’m a 65-year-old man who is dating a 58-year-old woman. Recently, my grandson, who is rather outspoken, asked me if I was protecting myself against AIDS. At the time, I thought the question was ridiculous, but now I’m wondering. A.
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Getting a Good Night’s Rest

Written by admin on September 29, 2010. Posted in Seniors, Special Sections

Older people tend to sleep less deeply and wake more often By Fred Cicetti Q. Do older people need more sleep? A: Seniors need about the same amount of sleep as younger adults—seven to nine hours a night. Unfortunately, many older adults don’t get the sleep they need, because they often have more trouble falling
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Protecting Yourself with the Flu Shot

Written by admin on September 22, 2010. Posted in Seniors, Special Sections

The elderly are most at risk against the deadly virus By Fred Cicetti It’s time for a flu shot. You can get the flu vaccine from your doctor, and at public health facilities, senior centers, pharmacies and supermarkets. Adults over 50 are prime candidates for the vaccine because the flu can be fatal for older
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Chronic Heartburn Poses Danger

Written by admin on August 25, 2010. Posted in Seniors, Special Sections

Treating GERD now lessens long-term threats to health By Fred Cicetti Q: I’m getting heartburn a lot since I turned 60. Is more heartburn something that comes with more years? A: More than 60 million Americans experience heartburn at least once a month and more than 15 million Americans experience heartburn daily. Heartburn is more
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Blood Matters

Written by admin on July 28, 2010. Posted in Seniors, Special Sections

Donating blood to yourself in advance for surgery By Fred Cicetti Q: I’m a geezer planning to have surgery in a few months. I was wondering if I can donate blood to myself in advance? A: Yes you can. This is called “autologous” blood donation. It’s done in the weeks before non-emergency surgery. The blood
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Options for Joint Replacement

Written by admin on June 23, 2010. Posted in Seniors, Special Sections

When the hip bone’s connected to a resurfaced socket By Fred Cicetti Q: I’m considering having a hip replaced. What are the odds that this operation will work? A: The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons says joint replacement surgery is successful in more than 9 out of 10 people. And replacement of a hip or
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Possible Pill Problems

Written by admin on May 26, 2010. Posted in Seniors, Special Sections

What to know when mixing prescription medication with over-the-counter drugs By Fred Cicetti Q: What is acetaminophen and why do I see it listed on so many products in my medicine cabinet? A: Acetaminophen is the most widely used pain-reliever and fever-reducer in the world. It is contained in more than 100 products. Tylenol is
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Healthy to the Bone

Written by admin on April 28, 2010. Posted in Seniors, Special Sections

Q: Do men get osteoporosis? A: Yes, men do get osteoporosis, but women are at greater risk. Osteoporosis, or porous bone, is a disease characterized by low bone mass and structural deterioration of bone tissue. This condition creates an increased risk of fractures
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