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6 • Milwaukee County Post • May 18, 2018 Housecalls Thick/Fungus Nails Corns/Calluses Ingrown Nails Heel Pain Dr. Thomas Marciniak is pleased to announce the opening of his office specializing in the non-surgical treatment of foot problems in SENIORS. Our services are covered by Medicare in most cases and we accept Medicare assignment. So whether you are diabetic and you need routine foot care or your nails are too thick to cut by yourself or your feet just hurt, please give our office a call at 414-427-1999. Housecalls are also available for patients who have difficulty getting to the office. If you have a question or would like to make an appointment please call our office at 414-427-1999. NOW ACCEPTING AARP MEDICARE COMPLETE Dr. Thomas Marciniak PODIATRIST / FOOT SPECIALIST 4811 South 76th Street • 414-427-1999 260310018 Foot Care for Seniors 3120 E. Norwich Avenue • St. Francis • thompsonmeadows@aol.com 414.769.9240 259968020 Thompson Meadows $ 99 SECURITY DEPOSIT 1 Bedroom Now Available F F o o r r I I n n d d e e p p e e n n d d e e n n t t S S e e n n i i o o r r s s 5 5 5 5 & & B B e e t t t t e e r r • Country Like Setting • Gazebo & Garden • Huge Closets • Large Open Kitchen • Same floor laundry • Elevator & Library • 1 & 2 Bedroom Starting at $600 • Small Pets Welcomed • Professional Management • Income Restrictions Apply (StatePoint) — The contributions of older Americans are celebrated each May during Older Americans Month. This year's theme, "Engage at Every Age," emphasizes that you are never too old to enrich your physical and emotional well- being. To encourage happy, healthy and pro- ductive golden years when older adults are able to pursue their hobbies and passions, consider these tips from Cigna- HealthSpring, one of the nation's largest providers of Medicare plans. ■ Get an annual exam. Annual visits are critical for identifying potential health issues early, as well as maintaining a rela- tionship with your primary care physician. During this visit, your doctor can establish a plan based on your age, gender and health status for the vaccinations and health screenings you need, such as mammo- grams, cholesterol screenings and colorec- tal cancer screenings. Medicare and Medicare Advantage cover certain types of annual exams at no extra cost. Check with your plan for details. ■ Take medications as prescribed. Your drugs were prescribed for a reason. It is important to adhere to your medication regime and take medications as prescribed. Some drugs can cause harmful interac- tions, so make sure your doctor knows everything you take, including over-the- counter drugs. ■ If you smoke, stop. Smoking is the leading cause of preventable disease and death in the U.S. It's never too late to quit, and the benefits of doing so are almost immediate, according to the American Cancer Society. Keep in mind that parts of Medicare cover smoking cessation counsel- ing and prescription medications. ■ Get some exercise. Regular exercise can help older adults stay independent and prevent many health problems that come with age. Many Medicare Advantage plans offer exercise programs designed specifi- cally for older adults at no extra cost. If your plan has a program like this, make sure to take advantage of it. ■ Have some fun! Be sure to make time for activities you enjoy and seek out others who also enjoy them. The social interaction is good for you. "We are constantly inspired by stories of older adults reinventing themselves later in life in meaningful ways, from running marathons to mentoring young people to painting for the very first time," said Brian Evanko, president of Cigna-HealthSpring. "The key that unlocks all of this is main- taining your physical and emotional health and well-being through the years." SENIORS Celebrating good health during Older Americans Month Halfpoint/stock.Adobe.com Senior citizens can take steps to improve their health at any age.

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