Federal civil rights law protects people with disabilities. It requires that public entities ensure that individuals with disabilities have an equal opportunity to vote as those without disabilities. This includes all aspects of the voting process, such as voter registration, voting site selection, election websites, and the casting of ballots.

Original Medicare does not cover hearing aids or the exams for fitting them. Some Medicare Advantage plans, however, offer added benefits not covered by Original Medicare, including hearing services. Given the high out-of-pocket cost of hearing aids and their importance to overall health, anyone with hearing loss may want to consider all their options.

COVID threat aside, I was never healthier than I was during the pandemic. Part of it was because I was around so few people outside of my small circle of family and close friends, but the other had to do with a simple habit of washing my hands frequently and thoroughly several times each day. 

When it comes to symptoms, go to the ER for anything that's debilitating or if you're experiencing things like chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, one-sided weakness and numbness. or loss of consciousness.

Halloween grabs all the attention every autumn, but don't miss out on an equally festive celebration: Day of the Dead. Enjoy the celebration in the Detroit Shoreway neighborhood with a parade, elaborate altar decorations, crafts and food.

Northeast Ohio Thrive. That’s the new name for Boomer, starting in 2025, to mark the magazine’s 10th year celebrating people 55 and older. An anniversary is the perfect time to review accomplishments with an eye toward the future. Thrive After 55... The magazine’s tagline is both our new name and a better fit.