"Savvy Senior" Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC "Today" show and author of "The Savvy Senior" book. For more information and to send a senior question, go to www.savvysenior.org.
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- Are genetic tests worth the money?
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- Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about home genetic tests that predict the risks of developing certain diseases? My mother died from breast cancer and my dad died from a heart attack many years ago, and I'm wondering if these diseases are in... Full story
- Housing help for retirees looking to relocate
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- Dear Savvy Senior, I've heard that Congress recently passed a new homebuyer's tax credit available to older homeowners. What can you tell me about this? My wife and I have been thinking about downsizing to a smaller one-story house or condo and... Full story
- Are there non-drug treatments for a particuar male problem?
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- Dear Savvy Senior, Are there any other types of treatments for erectile dysfunction beyond Viagra and the other drugs that are advertised on television? I don't like taking pills if I can avoid it. What can you tell me? — Drooping Darryl... Full story
- Tax help for seniors with low income
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- Dear Savvy Senior, What are the 2009 IRS minimum filing requirements for seniors? My income was very low last year, and I'm thinking I may not have to file tax returns this year. What can you tell me? — Exempted Eddie Dear Eddie, There are... Full story
- Glaucoma can sneak up on seniors
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- Dear Savvy Senior, What are the risk factors for glaucoma? My 82-year-old father lost much of his vision from it about 10 years ago, and my sister was recently diagnosed with it, and neither had a clue anything was wrong. — Blindsided... Full story
- How to choose and use a cane
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- Dear Savvy Senior, Is there anything to know when it comes to buying a cane? My dad has arthritis in his knee and could use a little extra help getting around. What can you tell me? — Raising Cane Dear Raising, When it comes to... Full story
- Pill splitting: When it's safe, and when it isn't
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- Dear Savvy Senior, Is pill splitting safe? I have several friends who split their prescription pills to save money, and several who don't because they don't think it's safe. What can you tell me? — Split Decision Dear Decision, Splitting... Full story
- Which supplements are best?
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- Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about herbal supplements? Which ones really work, and are they safe for seniors? — Health-Conscious Hal Dear Hal, Herbal supplements have become increasingly popular over the past few years,... Full story
- How can I make my parents' home safe?
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- Dear Savvy Senior: My parents have lived in the same house for more than 40 years and plan on living there the rest of their lives. The problem is, their house is two stories and isn't very practical for seniors. What resources can you recommend... Full story
- Take steps to protect yourself against Medicare fraud
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- Dear Savvy Senior, The television program "60 Minutes" recently did a disturbing segment on the problem of Medicare fraud, which has raised some questions for me. What are the steps Medicare recipients need to take if they suspect fraud, and what... Full story
