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Most Common Reasons Doctors Recommend Back Surgery

Most Common Reasons Doctors Recommend Back Surgery

Lake Oconee Boomers

Back pain can be debilitating. Each move you make comes with pain and stress, and the pain medications don’t seem ...

Thinking About Senior Living? 3 Reasons to Consider a CCRC

The Lake Oconee Boomers Team

A person’s golden years may be some of the best years of their life, living each day to the fullest ...

Why a Personal Emergency Response System is Crucial for Aging in Place

The Lake Oconee Boomers Team

With more people than ever choosing to age in place — that is, continuing to live in their own homes ...

Rise of Hepatitis C Infections Among Older Americans Highlights Need for Noninvasive Screening Exam of Liver Health

The Lake Oconee Boomers Team

By Stephen Harrison, M.D.   In 2012, three-quarters of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infections occurred among people born from ...

How Prunes Can Feed Your Health at 4 Important Stages of Life

The Lake Oconee Boomers Team

Seeking more plant-based options for healthy aging? This approach is right on track with the 2020-2025 U.S. Dietary Guidelines for ...

Active and Energized: Registered Dietitian Shares How Eating Right in the Morning Fuels Energy Throughout the Day

The Lake Oconee Boomers Team

With health and wellness top of mind for many Americans, fitness has become a top priority. Whether you’re extremely active ...

Staying Fit in Retirement Can Also Reduce Health Care Costs

The Lake Oconee Boomers Team

It’s no secret that staying physically active supports overall well-being, especially for older adults. From reducing risks of certain conditions ...

Safeguarding Long-Term Care Before the Next Public Health Emergency

The Lake Oconee Boomers Team

COVID-19 has shaken communities worldwide. Despite strenuous efforts by caregivers and medical professionals alike, people needing long-term care and living ...

Tips for Riding Your Electric Bike Safely

Tips for Riding Your Electric Bike Safely

Lake Oconee Boomers

Cycling is a fun exercise to add to your cardio workout, especially if you have an electric bike. Here are a few safety tips to help you ride an electric bike.

Great Ideas for Second Careers Later in Life

Great Ideas for Second Careers Later in Life

Lake Oconee Boomers

Have you itched to change your day job and pursue a new and exciting career? If so, explore some of the best second careers to try later in life.

Things That Could Be Hurting Your Home’s Curb Appeal

Things That Could Be Hurting Your Home’s Curb Appeal

Lake Oconee Boomers

Think your home's curb appeal could use some work, but you're not sure where to start? Here are some surprising things that could be hurting your home's look.

Safety Tips for Summer Travelers

The Lake Oconee Boomers Team

By Molly Barnes, Digital Nomad Life During the past year and a half, we’ve come to think of “safety” as ...

Fun Ways To Spend Your Summer Free Time

Fun Ways To Spend Your Summer Free Time

Lake Oconee Boomers

Are you looking for something fun and rewarding to do this summer? Here are some activities that are easy, inexpensive, and incredibly enjoyable.

Ways To Turn Your Car into a Mobile Office

Ways To Turn Your Car into a Mobile Office

Lake Oconee Boomers

Are you on the move? Create an office space between home and the office in your car. Here are a few easy ways to turn your car into a mobile office.

Ways To Build Workplace Relationships

Ways To Build Workplace Relationships

Lake Oconee Boomers

What does your daily schedule at work like? Chances are, it’s chock full of duties, meetings, and other responsibilities. One ...