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Columns

Research hints at Alzheimer’s related to biochemical changes

A brain imaging scan of senior citizens in their 70s and 80s has identified biochemical changes in the brains of normal people who might be ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, September 3, 2011 5:00 pm

Columns

Ten ways to prepare for retirement

Financial security in retirement doesn’t just happen. It takes planning and commitment and, yes, money. Putting money away for retirement is a habit we ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, August 27, 2011 8:10 pm

Community

Exploring acupuncture

Acupuncture is a component of the health care system of China that can be traced back at least 2,500 years. Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, August 20, 2011 7:04 pm

Community

The facts of Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s disease is the second most-feared condition, yet most adults (62 percent) said they have little or no knowledge about Alzheimer’s, according to a new ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, August 13, 2011 5:00 pm

Mower County Senior Center

Plenty to do for seniors at the Mower County Fair

I hope you’ll take a little time and visit the Mower County Fair this week. The Fair board has a great fair planned, so I ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, August 6, 2011 4:01 pm

Spotlight

Minn. state programs differ by retirement age

There is no set age when a person becomes a “senior citizen.” The age requirements for federal and state programs and entitlements are established by ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, July 30, 2011 6:00 pm

Community

Two-stepping your way to a healthier way of life

For centuries, dance manuals and other writings have lauded the health benefits of dancing, usually as physical exercise. Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, July 23, 2011 5:00 pm

Archive

Being a caregiver for a loved one is a stressful business

Caring for a loved one who is ill can be very stressful, especially if that loved one has memory loss. Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, July 16, 2011 5:00 pm

Austin

Senior Center: planning ahead

During our lives, we plan for many situations: education, weddings, having a family, vacations and retirement. No doubt about it, planning ahead for important events ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Sunday, July 3, 2011 5:10 pm

Columns

Gardening makes exercising easier

Gardening is an excellent way for adults to meet the exercise goals for older Americans set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, June 25, 2011 5:15 pm

Community

Supporting those who serve

We have all been touched by someone that has served to defend this great country. Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, June 18, 2011 5:00 pm

Community

Staying on top of Macular Degeneration

Have you been diagnosed with Macular Degeneration? Are you frightened by the potential consequences of this all too often devastating disease? Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, June 4, 2011 5:00 pm

Columns

A cup of coffee for your health

The results of two recent studies may make this the best Older American’s Month in history for senior citizens men and women. Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, May 28, 2011 5:00 pm

Community

Changes made to diagnostic criteria for Alzheimer’s disease

We all, at times, feel or sometimes even say “I think I’m getting Alzheimer’s.” Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, May 14, 2011 5:00 pm

Community

Senior Center to hold annual benefit show next Sunday

On Sunday, May 15, at 2 p.m. the Mower County Senior Center is having our annual benefit music and comedy show fundraiser. Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, May 7, 2011 5:00 pm

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