4 tips to stay healthy and help prevent falls as you age

April 19, 2019March 28, 2019 BoomertoBoomerOnline.ca Ask Questions: 'It Helps To Know...', Care for Yourself

(BPT) – As you age, your risk of falling increases. According to the CDC, one out of four people over the age of 65 falls each year and falling once doubles your chances of falling again. While many conditions can put you at risk for a fall, there are simple steps you can take to boost […]

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8 things to tell your physician anesthesiologist before surgery

April 12, 2019March 28, 2019 BoomertoBoomerOnline.ca Ask Questions: 'It Helps To Know...', Care for Yourself

(BPT) – There is no such thing as TMI (too much information) when it comes to communicating facts about your health with your physician anesthesiologist before surgery or a medical procedure. You might not think taking ginkgo biloba for memory, using medical marijuana for pain, smoking or snoring are relevant, but these supplements, drugs and […]

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Will your family have to guess your health care wishes?

April 5, 2019March 28, 2019 BoomertoBoomerOnline.ca Ask Questions: 'It Helps To Know...', Boomers

(BPT) – Imagine you are in an accident or a sudden illness leaves you unable to speak for yourself. Your loved one or caregiver may be faced with a difficult decision about whether to continue life-saving measures. How does that person know what to do? Discuss, decide and document. These are three important steps to […]

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Top tax-saving tips for retirees

March 29, 2019March 28, 2019 BoomertoBoomerOnline.ca Ask Questions: 'It Helps To Know...', Boomers

(NC) Tax season is upon us once again, and it can be a very daunting time for many. It’s important to be aware of the many saving strategies and benefits available, especially for retirees who are often drawing upon savings and have additional tax benefits available. Pension splitting. This is a powerful tax-savings initiative that […]

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6 fun facts about bananas that will inspire you to eat more

March 22, 2019February 22, 2019 BoomertoBoomerOnline.ca Ask Questions: 'It Helps To Know...', Boomers

6 Reasons Why You Need More Bananas in Your Life (BPT) – Bananas are a tasty snack that many people eat regularly without much thought, but there’s more to the iconic yellow fruit than just its convenience and color. Bananas are a superfood loaded with nutrients and have been enjoyed worldwide for hundreds of years. […]

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