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(BPT) - Winter has arrived, and with more people starting to gather indoors in close quarters, it's important to remember that COVID-19 continues to pose a health risk – especially for older adults and those at high-risk for severe disease.i,ii Recent data from the Centers for Disease Contro…

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(BPT) - Do you know whether your current Medicare plan covers any vision benefits? Most Medicare plans don't cover routine eye exams or glasses, but certain supplemental or Medicare Advantage plans do offer this crucial coverage. Knowing what's included in your Medicare coverage can help you…

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(BPT) - Long-term care (LTC) isn't just about nursing homes or medical treatment, it's about maintaining your independence and quality of life as you age. Many Americans will need some form of long-term care, which can include help with daily activities, in-home medical support, meal prepara…

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(BPT) - You use your eyes every day, but when was your last comprehensive eye exam? More than 16 million Americans are living with undiagnosed or untreated vision problems that could be detected and treated with a simple visit to a local optometrist. As our population ages, experts predict t…

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(BPT) - As we age, there comes a point when many enter what's known as the sandwich generation, which is when adults who are caring for their own family also step into the role of supporting their parents. This support manifests in a variety of ways, including caregiving, financial guidance,…

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(BPT) - For anyone with asthma, keeping symptoms under control can sometimes feel like a constant struggle. Between seasonal weather changes and allergies, indoor and outdoor pollutants, and warding off colds and the flu, it may seem that your asthma medications just aren't doing enough.

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(BPT) - Opioid overdose deaths among people 65 and older have surged by 9,000% in less than a decade. Most children fast longer than needed before surgery. And women who have C-sections may have pain that disrupts sleep for months. These were among the findings — aimed at exploring trends th…

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(BPT) - Did you know nearly 16,000 house fires each year involve a clothes dryer or washing machine, with 92% of them caused by dryers? According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), one-third of dryer fires were caused by a failure to clean out lint and other debris.

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(BPT) - If you have diabetes, you're intimately aware that building an experienced care team is key to protecting your health. From establishing care with a knowledgeable primary care physician to finding a trusted endocrinologist, many health care professionals make it possible to thrive wh…

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(BPT) - Open enrollment is here, which means it's time to review your health coverage options for 2026 and make changes if you need to. With a little prep, choosing a plan through Medicare, your employer or the Affordable Care Act Marketplace doesn't have to be stressful.

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(BPT) - If you've ever thought about gut support, you're not alone. In fact, nearly 75% of U.S. adults experience digestive discomfort at least once a month, and approximately 40% aren't comfortable doing day-to-day activities because of gut health issues. If this sounds familiar, the first …