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Page 14 Franklin Local Town Pages www.localtownpages.com November 2020Top 10 Health Concerns of Baby Boomers, Part 2By Dennis Sullivan & AssociatesAs baby boomers navigateaging, caregiving and trying tostay healthy, common healthconcerns arise. Top Concerns10-6 were covered last issue andcan also be found on our blog:www.DSullivan.com/blog.Research has shown that peoplewho stay active, eat healthyand avoid tobacco can lowertheir risk of developing chronichealth conditions. Baby boomersare more health-conscious thanthe generations that came beforethem. Nevertheless, they face significanthealth challenges. Hereare the top five:1. Type 2 DiabetesAccording to the CDC, thepopulation of adults withDiabetes has more thantripled in the last 20 years.Diabetes increases the riskof serious health problems,including high blood pressure,vision loss, kidney disease,nerve damage, footproblems, amputation andcardiovascular disease. Lifestylechanges and propermedical care can managediabetes and its associatedrisks.2. Heart DiseaseHeart disease is the leadingcause of death for thoseover 60. After age 45, therisk of developing heart diseaseincreases significantly.Some risk factors (age orfamily history) are not inyour control, but lifestylechanges and medical interventioncan help you loweryour risk. Exercise, diet andtobacco-free living will helplimit your heart disease risk.3. CancerCancer affects everyone atany time of life, but for mostcancers, aging is the mostimportant risk factor accordingto the CDC. Cancerscreenings are crucial as weage, they are routinely usedto detect cancers at earlystages, possibly before youcan feel symptoms. Cancerrelateddeaths are declining,and if you contract cancer,your chances of survivingare now higher than theywere in the past.4. DepressionDepression can happen atany age, but often beginsin adulthood, according tothe National Institute ofMental Health. Depression,particularly in adults canco-occur with other medicalillness, including cancer,heart disease, diabetes andParkinson’s. Depression oftencauses the other conditionsto worsen. Dr. ReyzanShali of Scripps CoastalMedical Center Vista says,“It is important for bothphysicians and patients torecognize that depressionis not a normal process ofaging. Unfortunately, manypatients feel uncomfortablewith the subject of depression.Many feel that seekinghelp is a sign of weakness. Itis very important for you toaccept that you need help.Your primary care physicianis a great start for help.”5. Eye ProblemsGet your annual visionscreening. Over 20.5 millionAmericans are affectedby cataracts, this numbergrows every year. Advancementsin the safety and precisionof cataract surgeryresult in faster surgeries,shorter and easier recoveries,and improved vision.Many baby boomers feel thestress of being the sandwich generation,as well as the host ofmedical issues that come withaging. Don’t struggle through thisalone, reach out to your doctorfor support and guidance. As youtackle the medical issues, makesure you also consider who canmake medical decisions for youand speak with your friends andfamilies about decision-making.Dennis Sullivan & Associates hasbeen assisting families in Massachusettsto protect their homes, families,health, legacy and life savings, for over27 years to discover more, attend a freeonline discovery seminar and find moreinformation at DSullivan.com.Service, Repair and Installation:---- FurnaceService, Repair and Installation:---- Furnace---- Air Conditioner/ Ductless A/C---- Water Heaters/Tankless---- Humidifier---- Gas pipingFFIN HOUMUFFIN HOUSECAFE• Open Daily• Bakery with Fresh Muffins/Pastries116 Main St, Medway(508) 533-665532 Hasting St, Rte 16. 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November 2020 Franklin Local Town Pages www.localtownpages.com Page 15FPAC to Present The Nutcracker-Masked VirtuallyTh Franklin Performing ArtsCompany (FPAC) will presentThe Nutcracker - Masked livestreamed from THE BLACKBOX on December 12 and 13.The classic holiday ballet willbe presented with a small castof Ballet Conservatory dancersfrom the Franklin School for thePerforming Arts all in masks andsocially-distanced, with narration,live at THE BLACK BOXto a virtual audience at home.Under the direction of CherylMadeux, former dancer withAmerican Ballet Theatre andcurrent FSPA Ballet Director,the Franklin Performing ArtsCompany has found a safe wayto present this holiday traditionfor the region.The masked production willfeature Merrie Whitney’s stunningcostume design accompaniedby facial coverings. Theproduction will continue FPAC’scollaboration with Franklin TVwho will help bring the magicof the season to the audiences athome. Since first teaming up lastholiday season for the world premiereof Christopher Rice’s TheTappy Christmas Special: LIVE!,Franklin TV Executive DirectorPeter Fasciano has been “all in.”FPAC Director Raye LynnMercer comments, “We’re veryfortunate to have an ongoingcollaboration with Franklin TV.They are making it possible forus to continue this holiday traditioneven when our audiencescannot gather together as wetypically do.”For tickets and more information,visit www.FPAConline.comor call (508) 528-3370.PLEASE RECYCLEPROFESSIONAL TREE SERVICEShade Tree Pruning • Tree RemovalOrnamental Tree PruningBucket Truck ServiceCall the certified arborists atDestito Tree Services for an evaluation.The name you have trusted since 1984.Massachusetts Certified Arborist - Fully InsuredNicholas Destito781-551-0266508-699-4532www.destitotreeservices.comFAMILYOWNED ANDOPERATEDNOW OPEN!Made in MassachusettsFine Cherry FurnitureSaturdays9 a.m. to 2 p.m.Come visit our Made FACTORY in Massachusettsand FACTORY SHOWROOM!131 Morse Street | Foxboro | 508-543-9417 | woodforms.netHours: Monday - Thursday: 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Friday: 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.Saturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. CLOSED Sunday
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