Besides COVID-19, what vaccines do you need? Q. The coronavirus vaccine is at the top of everyone’s mind today. It got me to wondering what other vaccinations shoul...
Losing balance and underlying conditions Q. I’m 79 and I’ve taken a couple of spills in the last few months. I’m concerned that I might not be as steady on my f...
What you need to know about coconut oil Q. I read on the internet that coconut oil is great for your cholesterol and has other health benefits. I thought cocon...
Is there a link between age and ear wax? Q. I’ve been getting lots of ear wax lately. Please tell me this has nothing to do with getting older. A. I wish I cou...
Does aging make you less enthusiastic? Q. I gave my 81-year-old brother a birthday present recently. As he opened it, a brief smile crossed his face. It was f...
Are water pills better than blood pressure drugs? Q. If you have high blood pressure, aren’t you better off just taking old-fashioned water pills instead of all these fa...
Limiting salt intake could help your blood pressure Q. I have high blood pressure and I’m trying to cut down on the sodium in my diet. Should I switch to sea salt from reg...
Old teeth and tooth decay Q. What exactly causes my old teeth to decay? A. Tooth decay — and gum disease — are caused by plaque, a layer of bact...
Color blindness, gambling problems, bruising answered Q. Do women get color blindness? A. Color blindness affects about 10% of men, but only 1% of women. Color blindness i...
Healthy geezer: Playing an instrument may help your health Q. I’m 66 and I’m thinking of taking up a musical instrument. I hear that this will be good for my health. Is this true?...
Letter to the editor: Reduce Congress too? DOGE is reducing staff in many federal agencies. I know I did not vote for Elon Musk. Was he on the ballot? If the Oval Office seems bent on...
ON THIS DATE MARCH 18, 1991 Attorney George Dydynsky of Towamensing Township has been named as a member of the Carbon County Election Board for the elections to be held...
