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Seniors in California Urged to Get Second Dose of Updated COVID Vaccine for Added Protection

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Los Angeles, California – State health officials in California are advising older adults who received the updated COVID-19 vaccination last autumn to consider getting another shot. Adults aged 65 and above are recommended to receive a second dose of the updated vaccine that was first made available in September. The California Department of Public Health emphasized the importance of this additional dose for individuals at a higher risk of severe illness and death from COVID-19. …

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**Fiber Supplements Boost Brain Power for Seniors in Just 12 Weeks** – New Study Reveals Cost-Effective Way to Fight Early Alzheimer’s Signs

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LONDON, ENGLAND – A recent study conducted by researchers at King’s College London has found that daily fiber supplements can significantly improve brain function in individuals over 60 years old in just a span of 12 weeks. This promising discovery offers a cost-effective way to potentially combat early signs of Alzheimer’s disease, without any adverse effects on muscle strength. The study, published in the scientific journal Nature Communications, focused on the impact of prebiotic supplements …

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Seniors Urged to Get Additional COVID-19 Booster Shot for Protection, CDC Advises

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New York – Vaccination efforts continue as U.S. health officials recommend older adults to consider getting another COVID-19 shot, particularly those aged 65 and above. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now suggests that individuals in this age group should receive a booster of the updated vaccine, provided at least four months have passed since their last dose. This recommendation follows an expert advisory panel’s guidance endorsing the additional dose for seniors. CDC Director …

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American Seniors Neglected Amidst Covid Crisis – Advocates Say

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The Covid-19 pandemic has been a wake-up call for advocates for the elderly, who predicted that it would reveal the nation’s inadequate care for vulnerable older adults. The death toll from the pandemic has been shocking, with reports of chaos in nursing homes and seniors suffering from isolation, depression, untreated illness, and neglect. To date, around 900,000 older adults have died of Covid-19, accounting for 3 of every 4 Americans who have perished in the …

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