Get Fit – This is Your Time
by Marina P. Kennedy, Community Contributor to Jersey Senior Weekly Have you ever had a similar experience? Crouching down to…
Category: Health
Staying Hydrated in the Heat: Essential Tips for Seniors
Proper hydration becomes increasingly important with age, as seniors face unique challenges that can lead to dehydration. The body’s ability…
New Oral Drug Shows Promise for Treating Type-2 Diabetes and Obesity
Researchers have developed a promising new oral medication that could offer significant advantages over current injectable treatments for type 2…
Study Shows Healthy Fats Can Contribute to Weight Gain
A groundbreaking study published in Cell Reports reveals that oleic acid, a fatty acid abundant in many cooking oils, may…
Two Mangoes a Day May Keep Heart Problems Away
New research brings encouraging news for seniors concerned about heart health: eating just two servings of mangoes daily could provide…
Plant Compounds May Help Protect Against Heart Disease and Diabetes
New research suggests that eating more plant-based foods rich in natural compounds called phytosterols could significantly reduce your risk of…
Pharmacy Closures Impact New Jersey: What Seniors Need to Know
New Jersey residents, particularly seniors who rely heavily on pharmacy services, are facing significant disruptions as major pharmacy chains close…
Hidden Dangers: How Health Supplements Can Harm Your Liver
Many seniors take dietary supplements believing they’re making healthy choices, but recent medical research reveals a concerning trend: certain supplements…
Avian Flu Outbreak Hits Essex County Bird Market
New Jersey health officials confirmed a highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) outbreak at a live bird market in Essex County…
Historic New Cancer Center Opens in New Jersey
The Jack & Sheryl Morris Cancer Center, New Jersey’s first and only freestanding, fully comprehensive cancer hospital, officially opened in…