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Fred Cicetti
Fred Cicetti is a first- class geezer over 60 who writes a health column for senior citizens. Email questions to fred@healthygeezer.com or go to healthygeezer.com.
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Hyaluronan injections can relieve knee ailments
By Fred Cicetti - May 17Q: I heard there's this goop that you can get injected into your knee that can ease pain. True?Yes. The goop is hyaluronan, which is a thick ...
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There's some truth to the adage ‘An apple a day...’
By Fred Cicetti - May 10Q: What happens to you if you eat more than one apple a day? I realize that this question was meant to be humorous, but there is a serious answer ...
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What are the benefits of aspirin?
By Fred Cicetti - May 03Q: I've been hearing a lot about the health benefits of aspirin. Is it some kind of cure-all or am I the victim of hype?I wouldn't call it hype. ...
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Genetics, smoking can cause attacks
By Fred Cicetti - Apr 26Q: What causes a heart attack? A blood clot in a narrowed coronary artery is the usual cause of a heart attack. The clogged artery prevents ...
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Common fatigue differs from fatigue syndrome
By Fred Cicetti - Apr 19Q: I'm 68 years old and I'm tired a lot. What do you think could be causing this? For starters, I never make a personal diagnosis; I'm not ...
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Magnets are useful tool in mainstream medicine
By Fred Cicetti - Apr 12Q: Can magnets relieve pain? Here's the official position of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), which is the medical research agency of the ...
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Coconut oil gaining popularity in some circles
By Fred Cicetti - Apr 05[This is the second of two columns on coconut oil]Coconut oil is getting internet attention and a lot of buyers in health food stores because it ...
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Findings changing on coconut oil benefits
By Fred Cicetti - Mar 29Q: I read on the internet that coconut oil is great for your cholesterol and has other health benefits. I thought coconut oil was very bad for ...
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Many ways to sanitize hands
By Fred Cicetti - Mar 15[In our last two columns, we discussed gastroenteritis. In this column, we'll go over hand sanitizers to fight germs that cause stomach infections....
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Hand-washing is key in preventing many illnesses
By Fred Cicetti - Mar 08[In his last column, The Healthy Geezer discussed gastroenteritis on cruise ships. In this column, he’ll go over ways to fight infection.] Among ...
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Noroviruses can spread quickly in crowds
By Fred Cicetti - Mar 01Q: I'm going on my first cruise and I was concerned that I might get stomach flu. What should I do?Many seniors frequent cruise ships because ...
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One yawn, many explanations
By Fred Cicetti - Feb 23There are several theories about the cause of yawning. One of them has begun to gain more advocates. This theory is that we yawn to air-condition ...
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How are defibrillators different from pacemakers?
By Fred Cicetti - Feb 16Q: My brother-in-law is getting a defibrillator. How is that different from a pacemaker? An implantable cardioverter-defibrillator and a pacemaker ...
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Tips for avoiding the adverse effects of chemotherapy
Feb 09This is a second column about chemotherapy. The first column provided general information. This one is about combating side effects of chemotherapy...
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There are a variety of side effects to chemotherapy
By Fred Cicetti - Feb 02Q: I may have to have chemotherapy. Will I go bald?Hair loss is not certain with chemotherapy. Whether you lose hair depends upon the medication ...
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Cuddle up and feel happier
By Fred Cicetti - Jan 26As a health reporter, I have to follow many studies so I can stay on top of the latest research. The best part of this self-education is reading ...
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Is laughter the best medicine?
By Fred Cicetti - Jan 19Q: Is there any truth to the old saying, Laughter is the best medicine? Lots of truth. Laughter simply makes you feel good, and this is beneficial ...
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Tips on choosing a new cane
By Fred Cicetti - Jan 12Q: What kind of cane should I get?First, get a cane that fits. Let your arm hang at your side. The top of your cane should line up with your ...
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Meditation: Step-by-step
By Fred Cicetti - Jan 05[This is the last of three columns on meditation.]Meditation is classified as a mind-body practice. It is used to move the focus of your attention ...
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There are many types of meditation out there
By Fred Cicetti - Dec 29[This is the second of three columns on meditation.]Meditation is classified as a mind-body practice. It is used to move the focus of your ...
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Meditation can provide immediate relaxation
By Fred Cicetti - Dec 22Q: Does meditating have any real health benefits?Meditation definitely reduces stress. And too much stress is bad for your health. There is some ...
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So many reasons to quit smoking
By Fred Cicetti - Dec 15Q: I would like my husband to quit smoking. He knows that it's bad for him, but I want all the ammunition I can get to convince him. Can you help ...
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Fish oil not the answer for many maladies
Dec 08In my previous column, I explained effective uses for improving health with fish oil. Today's column is about ineffective uses of fish oil. Fish ...
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Separating fact from fiction when it comes to fish oil
By Fred Cicetti - Dec 01Q: I keep hearing about how good fish oil is for you. Could you separate fact from fiction on this?I, too, have seen fish oil touted so often that ...
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There are more than 20 kinds of tremors
By Fred Cicetti - Nov 24Q: Is essential tremor the same thing as Parkinson's disease? Essential tremor is often confused with Parkinson's disease. Unlike Parkinson's ...
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Some adults can contract fifth disease
By Fred Cicetti - Nov 17Q: A friend of mine in her sixties was diagnosed with “fifth disease.” I never heard of such a thing. What can you tell me about it? Fifth ...
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Many ways to treat depression
By Fred Cicetti - Nov 10[This is the second of two columns on brain-stimulation therapies.]Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), which was explained in a previous ...
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New procedure can help treat moderate depression
By Fred Cicetti - Nov 03Q: I know magnets are used for different bodily problems, but can they be used to alleviate mental disorders? There is a relatively new procedure...
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There are many reasons people choke on food
By Paul Cicetti - Oct 27Q. Are older people more likely to choke on food? More than 3,000 people choke to death every year. Children younger than 3 years old and senior ...
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Sleep tips for your best rest
By Fred Cicetti - Oct 20Q: Which foods are the best for a bedtime snack?A: Eating a small snack a few hours before bedtime may help you sleep by preventing hunger from ...
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The importance of hydration
By Fred Cicetti - Oct 13Q: Are older people at greater risk of getting food poisoning?The people at highest risk for suffering from food poisoning are seniors, pregnant ...
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Tips on reducing body odor
By Fred Cicetti - Oct 06Q: Do older people have more body odor?A: It seems that seniors do stink more than younger people. Aren't we lucky? A Japanese study published ...
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‘Tis the season for influenza
By Fred Cicetti - Sep 29It's time for a flu shot. You can get the flu vaccine from your doctor and at public health facilities, senior centers, pharmacies and supermarkets...
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Several foods, drinks can lead to yellowing teeth
By Fred Cicetti - Sep 22Q: What makes our teeth become yellow?A: The most common reasons for yellow teeth are: • Aging. As we age, we accumulate surface stains. Also, ...
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Most cases of psoriasis are treated with medications
By Fred Cicetti - Sep 15Q: Is there any cure for psoriasis?There's no cure for psoriasis yet, but there are many ways to get relief from the symptoms of this troublesome ...
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Tips on preventing memory loss
By Fred Cicetti - Sep 01The difference between normal and abnormal memory difficulties comes down to this: If you forget a name or where you left your keys, you're ...
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Several causes of bad breath
By Fred Cicetti - Aug 25Q: What causes bad breath? The following are causes of bad breath: • Any food stuck in your teeth will decay and give off an odor. If dentures ...
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Erectile dysfunction could mean heart problems
By Fred Cicetti - Aug 17Q: Is erectile dysfunction a possible symptom of heart problems?Erectile dysfunction (ED), which is inadequate erection for sex, can indicate that ...
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What's the deal with ear wax?
By Fred Cicetti - Aug 11Q: I've been getting lots of ear wax lately. Please tell me this has nothing to do with getting older.A: I wish I could. Ear wax problems are just ...
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What causes teeth to decay?
By Fred Cicetti - Jul 27Q: What exactly causes my old teeth to decay?A: Tooth decay - and gum disease - are caused by plaque, a layer of bacteria. This plaque can build ...
