Gazette Mature Lifestyles

Brandpoint Have you noticed that you feel a little low during the winter months? You’re not alone. As daylight hours shorten and temperatures drop, many people experience lower energy and mood, often called the “winter blues.” Luckily, there are easy steps you can take to lift your spirits, so you can continue to feel energetic…

HARRISBURG — Attorney General Dave Sunday recently announced the launch of the Office of Attorney General’s Elder Exploitation Section — an expansion of protections and services for seniors, with focus on deterring financial theft and holding offenders criminally responsible. On Tuesday, Nov. 18, Sunday joined legislative leaders and advocate organizations at the State Capitol Building…

Years ago, our kids both swam on the Park Forest Swim Team. At one summer morning practice, I was sitting by the pool talking to a friend when our elementary school-aged son, James, came over to tell me his story of something that happened. When he left, my friend, an educational psychologist, said, “He’s an…

STATE COLLEGE — Mount Nittany Health has announced the addition of seven new primary care providers to its team, furthering its commitment to accessible care for the community. These providers bring expertise and dedication to help patients maintain their health and well-being.   Meet the new providers: Mount Nittany Health understands how important it is for…

By Claire Nelson, DO Mount Nittany Health Most back pain improves with rest and home care, but certain symptoms require immediate medical attention. Understanding these warning signs helps you make informed decisions about emergency care and could prevent permanent damage to your spine or nerves. Emergency warning signs “Back pain that comes on suddenly and…

By Jason Schweichler, DO Mount Nittany Health Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that spread easily from person to person. It can affect people of all ages, and while most cases are mild, some can lead to complications. Especially in those with underlying health conditions or weaker…

Bellefonte Elks Lodge 1094, through its Garver Fund, has once again chosen to support the Bellefonte Union Cemetery by contributing $2,000 to assist with maintenance costs for this historic resting place for many Centre County dignitaries. Covering over 2,000 acres, this cemetery is the final resting place of three Pennsylvania governors, several Penn State University founders,…

On my early morning walk in our neighborhood a couple of weeks ago, I saw a man standing in the middle of the street. I was at first confused and a little apprehensive but continued walking on the sidewalk towards him.  The next thing I noticed was a SUV backing out of the driveway from…

Brandpoint When someone in your family is diagnosed with cancer, it can raise questions. Is it a coincidence, or is there something that runs in the family that makes others more likely to get it too? For Jodi, whose mother was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 51, and whose maternal grandfather was diagnosed…

CENTRE HALL – Residents at Wynwood House in Centre Hall and CARES of Central PA’s VIPs recently got together for a down-home good time square dance.  “September is national square dance month,” said Wynwood House Regional Activities Director Cory Geishauser, “Our best volunteers who come to three out of our five Wynwood locations here in…