Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO Question: I have been experiencing what my wife believes to be anxiety when commuting in heavy traffic to Boston. This problem seemed to come up suddenly. Do you have any suggestions about handling this kind of stress? Answer: Many of us...
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO Question: Besides dressing warmly, being careful on icy surfaces, and eating well, what advice do you have for getting through the winter? Answer: Here are some handy suggestions from the Cleveland Clinic for avoiding winter health issues: Let...
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO Question: I am recently retired, in excellent health and full of energy. When I mentioned the possibility of doing some volunteering, one friend was surprised, saying, “You’ve given so much to your family and career. You should do something...
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO Scammers don’t take a break during the holidays. They are as common as the seasonal music we hear in our favorite department stores, according to the Senior Medical Patrol (SMP), which helps Medicare beneficiaries, and their families avoid fraud,...
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO Question: I’m really looking forward to my sister’s holiday party and seeing family and friends, but I know I will be tempted by all the food and a lot of diet-busting desserts. I’ve been trying to eat healthier all year long, and I’m afraid...
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO The holidays are “the most wonderful time of the year.” Friends are cooking, shopping, and comparing holiday plans. With all of this activity comes the expectation that we too must feel festive, excited, and involved. However, for some of us, the...
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO Question: I’m a 65-year-old woman who has worn glasses since childhood. My overall vision is good, but I am wondering what eye issues I should be aware of as I grow older. What are your thoughts? Answer: As we get older, our eyes and vision can...
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO Author Deepak Chopra, M.D., says practicing gratitude is a way to counteract stress and stay healthy. Taking life one day at a time can help. Here are some ways to practice gratitude: Keep a gratitude journal. Write down what makes you grateful. We...
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Nov 7, 2022 I Ask Joan – Weekly Q and A Column Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO Question: I think my husband has been experiencing some hearing loss over the last year. He often turns the TV up very loud and regularly asks others to repeat what they have said to him. He’s thought...