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Giving Up Dress Shoes

After a letter from Vicky who is being encouraged to give up her heels, Mary explains that aging does not mean ugly shoes; just sensible shoes.

The Greatest Generation is Still Great

Tom Brokaw was the first to call them the Greatest Generation. The men and woman who came of age during the Great Depression and struggled again though World War II seemingly have every excuse to rest on their laurels. But they haven’t, and that may be what truly makes them great. Now in their senior…

Should I worry about my grandmother's medication?

Question: My 86 year old grandmother does not have Alzheimer's or dementia but has had two stressed and confused episodes in the past year. She has high blood pressure and has been taking Seroquel 12.5mg at night to keep her calm and get to sleep. Should I be worried about her taking this drug? Dr.…

My husband has had cancer for a year now and I am his only caregiver. There have not been any offers of help from his family. Not even a ride, lunch, or even just texting and telling my husband how the grandchildren are. This is making things difficult for my husband and myself. I don't want to be bothered with them at this point. Can you help?

Question: My husband has had stage three or four pancreatic cancer for a year now, and I am his only caregiver. His tumor had spread but heavy duty chemo has made it shrink. He is still on chemo and every three months we leave town to go to the Institute where he is receiving medical…

Attending a Past Love's Funeral

Harriet wants to attend her high school sweetheart's funeral, but is afraid to tell her husband. Mary gives some funny, but thoughtful tidbits on whether it's proper to attend a long lost love's services.

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