Health & Wellness

Your trusted source for feeling your best—physically, mentally, and emotionally. From managing health conditions to preventive care and everyday wellness tips, find expert advice tailored to the 50+ lifestyle.

Knowledge is Power: Why Genetic Testing is Essential for Patients With Acute Myeloid Leukemia

The Lake Oconee Boomers Team

Roughly 1.8 million people will be diagnosed with cancer in the United States in 2020, according to the National Cancer ...

A Guide To CBD: How To Use CBD For Increased Efficiency

The Lake Oconee Boomers Team

CBD, short for cannabidiol, is one of the main active compounds found in the cannabis plant. Studies on CBD continue, ...

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From Deductibles to Donuts: Key Terms You Need to Know About Medicare Part D

The Lake Oconee Boomers Team

Navigating the ins and outs of Medicare can be an intimidating experience if you’re not familiar with certain terms. Medicare ...

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Falling Into Home Safety

The Lake Oconee Boomers Team

While the crisp autumn air signals the change of seasons, it also brings fire safety risks associated with fall activities, ...

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New to Medicare? Choosing Coverage for Next Year? Know These Key Dates

The Lake Oconee Boomers Team

When can you sign up for Medicare? When can you switch plans if your health needs have changed? Understanding Medicare’s ...

5 Fall Tips For Protecting Your Pet’s Health

The Lake Oconee Boomers Team

Whether fall is when you switch out your exercise regimen or schedule your annual flu shot, staying healthy is at ...

Better Not Let Your Pandemic Diet Cost You Unusual Hair Loss

The Lake Oconee Boomers Team

The home-isolation effects of the pandemic are putting extra pounds on Americans, giving rise to the term “The Quarantine 15.”  ...

Get to know Medicare with these resources

Get to Know Medicare With These Resources

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Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period is almost here — the time (Oct. 15 to Dec. 7) when people can make changes ...

Connect Outside This Fall: It’s The Safest Place To Spend Time & It Offers Amazing Health Benefits

The Lake Oconee Boomers Team

Fall is nearly here, and you can boost your health and connect with nature, your friends and your family by ...

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How You Can Stop Fake News From Faking You Out

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By David Dozier The term “fake news” gained traction during the 2016 U.S. presidential race between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton, ...

Caregiver Self-Care: Tips to Help Address Your Emotional Health

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Caregiving for a loved one can put a strain on even the most resilient people. Add in the uncertainties of ...

Travel Smarts: Tips for Staying Safe in Your RV

Travel Smarts: Tips for Staying Safe in Your RV

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Who doesn’t want to spend their retirement exploring the country and enjoying the freedom of the open road? Traveling in ...

Tips for Keeping Your Home Pest-Free This Fall

The Lake Oconee Boomers Team

Autumn is a wonderful time of year in Lake Oconee — leaves show brilliant colors, there’s a refreshing crispness in ...

Emergency Physicians and Nurses Remind Patients the ER is Safest Place in a Medical Emergency

The Lake Oconee Boomers Team

With rates of COVID-19 spiking in certain regions and different parts of the country in various stages of reopening, America’s ...

So What If You Can’t Take a Mental Health Day?

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By Marianne Clyde I’ve seen a flurry of articles recently about taking a Mental Health day from time to time.  ...