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Joelle, Jammer a comforting combination at Health First
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Joelle, Jammer a comforting combination at Health First

  • Mar 10, 2023

 Health First volunteer coordinator Joelle Boccabella is followed by a golden shadow at Health First, and the shadow’s name is Jammer, the hospital system’s facility dog. Read moreJoelle, Jammer a comforting combination at Health First

Key to older adult health and fitness — keep moving

  • Mar 10, 2023

Seniors are urged to exercise to stay fit and be able to perform basic activities … MOREKey to older adult health and fitness — keep moving

Lifestyle, nutrition essential in treating chronic kidney disease

Lifestyle, nutrition essential in treating chronic kidney disease

  • Mar 10, 2023

 March brings global awareness to Kidney Health with March 9 focusing on optimal k… MORELifestyle, nutrition essential in treating chronic kidney disease

Get healthy — Spring into Fitness is a wonderful way to start

Get healthy — Spring into Fitness is a wonderful way to start

  • Jan 6, 2023

Get Healthy Brevard was started under the Brevard Health Department Healthiest Wei… MOREGet healthy — Spring into Fitness is a wonderful way to start

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Make a better tomorrow for someone by donating blood

Make a better tomorrow for someone by donating blood

  • Jan 6, 2023

 Erik Williams has been donating blood for more than 30 years and looks forward to… MOREMake a better tomorrow for someone by donating blood

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Exercise, eating right provides momentum for good health

Exercise, eating right provides momentum for good health

  • Jan 6, 2023

 Weight and body maintenance have been popular since exercise and eating right hav… MOREExercise, eating right provides momentum for good health

Enjoy holiday feast, but do it without overindulging

Enjoy holiday feast, but do it without overindulging

  • Dec 6, 2022

Navigating through the holidays feeling good about dietary restrictions is like pu… MOREEnjoy holiday feast, but do it without overindulging

GAMES PEOPLE PLAY ~ Tennis has remained popular for decades with local seniors

GAMES PEOPLE PLAY ~ Tennis has remained popular for decades with local seniors

  • Updated Dec 1, 2022

 Jake Potrizeebi, 82, and Lito Guerrero, 80, both of Melbourne, have played tennis… MOREGAMES PEOPLE PLAY ~ Tennis has remained popular for decades with local seniors

Take a deep breath and take off for the holidays

Take a deep breath and take off for the holidays

  • Dec 1, 2022

Travel guru Geraldine Blanchard has the perfect approach for avoiding holiday trav… MORETake a deep breath and take off for the holidays

Distressing anxiety symptoms — some might be unexpected

Distressing anxiety symptoms — some might be unexpected

  • Nov 7, 2022

Imagine, out of the blue, you feel your brain spin 180 degrees at lightning speed … MOREDistressing anxiety symptoms — some might be unexpected

Hearing aids are now available without prescription

Hearing aids are now available without prescription

  • Nov 7, 2022

Consumers will be able to buy hearing aids directly off store shelves and at drama… MOREHearing aids are now available without prescription

GAMES PEOPLE PLAY: Challenging but easy on the body, bocce gains popularity among seniors

GAMES PEOPLE PLAY: Challenging but easy on the body, bocce gains popularity among seniors

  • Nov 1, 2022

Agnes Gray, 86, and Ovid Serrano threw two-pound balls toward a small white ball o… MOREGAMES PEOPLE PLAY: Challenging but easy on the body, bocce gains popularity among seniors

Ten early signs of Alzheimer’s to watch

Ten early signs of Alzheimer’s to watch

  • Updated Oct 6, 2022

Commonly, older adults worry about their memory and other thinking abilities. They… MORETen early signs of Alzheimer’s to watch

Melbourne woman encourages others as she copes with Afib

Melbourne woman encourages others as she copes with Afib

  • Oct 5, 2022

Melbourne resident Teresa Christopher has struggled with heart troubles for many y… MOREMelbourne woman encourages others as she copes with Afib

Leave loneliness behind — stay active and involved

Leave loneliness behind — stay active and involved

  • Sep 1, 2022

She spent five years of her life kicked back sitting in her living room recliner. … MORELeave loneliness behind — stay active and involved

September is Fall Prevention Awareness Month — take steps to prevent falls

  • Sep 1, 2022

Preventing falls is a crucial part of keeping yourself safe and independent. Most … MORESeptember is Fall Prevention Awareness Month — take steps to prevent falls

Bingo brings friends together for fun and maybe a big win

Bingo brings friends together for fun and maybe a big win

  • Aug 31, 2022

“Bingo!” screams Barbara Bergman as she hoists her bright, whirling, lighted lante… MOREBingo brings friends together for fun and maybe a big win

GAMES PEOPLE PLAY ~ Seniors remain active, social playing shuffleboard regularly

GAMES PEOPLE PLAY ~ Seniors remain active, social playing shuffleboard regularly

  • Aug 31, 2022

 Joan Wivchar lined up a perfect St. Pete’s first match shot and pushed her yellow… MOREGAMES PEOPLE PLAY ~ Seniors remain active, social playing shuffleboard regularly

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Melbourne cyclist home after 47-day ride — 3,800 mil

Melbourne cyclist home after 47-day ride — 3,800 mil

  • Updated Aug 4, 2022

 When most people travel from one coast of the United States to another, they usua… MOREMelbourne cyclist home after 47-day ride — 3,800 mil

Simple but important steps ensure senior’s safety at home

Simple but important steps ensure senior’s safety at home

  • Updated Aug 4, 2022

 Not only are retirees enjoying leisure time, but many are downsizing their living… MORESimple but important steps ensure senior’s safety at home

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Digital blood pressure devices for home use are trustworthy

Digital blood pressure devices for home use are trustworthy

  • Updated Aug 4, 2022

It is relatively easy to check blood pressure regularly. Battery operated, digital… MOREDigital blood pressure devices for home use are trustworthy

Exercise walking routine can prove to be very beneficial

  • Jul 1, 2022

The hype of cardio workouts is quickly being replaced by walking to ensure wellnes… MOREExercise walking routine can prove to be very beneficial

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Space Coast Ophthalmology opens new surgery center in Titusville
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Space Coast Ophthalmology opens new surgery center in Titusville

  • Jun 6, 2022

Space Coast Ophthalmology has opened a new state-of-the-art surgery center adjacen… MORESpace Coast Ophthalmology opens new surgery center in Titusville

PTSD can cause deep psychological distress for veterans, others

PTSD can cause deep psychological distress for veterans, others

  • Jun 6, 2022

Often related to combat experience, but not necessarily so, Post Traumatic Stress … MOREPTSD can cause deep psychological distress for veterans, others

How much beauty sleep do we need after 60

How much beauty sleep do we need after 60

  • Jun 6, 2022

I don’t know about you, but I’m one of those gals that loves her beauty sleep. In … MOREHow much beauty sleep do we need after 60

Fruit and vegetable smoothie gets thumbs up

Fruit and vegetable smoothie gets thumbs up

  • May 2, 2022

A fun and tasty way to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into senior diets wa… MOREFruit and vegetable smoothie gets thumbs up

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Silent killer high blood pressure leaves victims mystified

Silent killer high blood pressure leaves victims mystified

  • Updated May 2, 2022

Blood pressure is the measure of the force of blood pushing against blood vessel w… MORESilent killer high blood pressure leaves victims mystified

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Seniors advised to get physical, keep moving

Seniors advised to get physical, keep moving

  • Updated May 2, 2022

Moving is medicine — the ability to balance, build muscle mass and see what is goi… MORESeniors advised to get physical, keep moving

Seniors advised to get physical, keep moving

  • May 2, 2022

Moving is medicine — the ability to balance, build muscle mass and see what is goi… MORESeniors advised to get physical, keep moving

Walking offers cardio exercise, benefits brain, body, muscles

Walking offers cardio exercise, benefits brain, body, muscles

  • Apr 1, 2022

Brisk walks on a regular basis offer great health benefits for cardiovascular fitn… MOREWalking offers cardio exercise, benefits brain, body, muscles

Don’t be at mercy to stress, take deep breaths, begin again

Don’t be at mercy to stress, take deep breaths, begin again

  • Apr 1, 2022

Stress is your body’s response to uncomfortable or awkward situations. MOREDon’t be at mercy to stress, take deep breaths, begin again

Wearable EKG monitors can be a lifesaver if used correctly

Wearable EKG monitors can be a lifesaver if used correctly

  • Mar 8, 2022

The portable EKG monitor is a wireless device that records the electrical activity… MOREWearable EKG monitors can be a lifesaver if used correctly

Simple nutrition choices lead to sharp mind, healthy body

Simple nutrition choices lead to sharp mind, healthy body

  • Mar 8, 2022

Our brain is major. It’s the voice orchestrating our organs to keep performing as … MORESimple nutrition choices lead to sharp mind, healthy body

Shingles vaccine is important, but can be costly for some

Shingles vaccine is important, but can be costly for some

  • Feb 5, 2022

While there is much emphasis on the COVID vaccines of late, other vaccines are bes… MOREShingles vaccine is important, but can be costly for some

Falls must be prevented — it is not a standard part of aging

Falls must be prevented — it is not a standard part of aging

  • Feb 5, 2022

More than one third of adults 65 and older fall each year in the United States, an… MOREFalls must be prevented — it is not a standard part of aging

Longtime, high-volume blood donors make giving a calling to save lives

Longtime, high-volume blood donors make giving a calling to save lives

  • Dec 31, 2021

Donating blood is a way for many to give back, to open their hearts and their arms… MORELongtime, high-volume blood donors make giving a calling to save lives

An often humorous subject can reveal a lot about health

An often humorous subject can reveal a lot about health

  • Dec 31, 2021

For us humans, the comings and goings to the toilet are an extremely private thing… MOREAn often humorous subject can reveal a lot about health

Dr. K moves office to Viera, continues fight against pain

Dr. K moves office to Viera, continues fight against pain

  • Updated Dec 13, 2021

Dr. Vijay Katukuri has relocated his practice — Brevard Spine & Rehab Institut… MOREDr. K moves office to Viera, continues fight against pain

Ho urges annual eye examinations

Ho urges annual eye examinations

  • Oct 31, 2021

“Diabetes is almost like an epidemic affecting millions,” said Dr. Frederick Ho of… MOREHo urges annual eye examinations

Diabetics offered game changer  in new glucose monitor

Diabetics offered game changer in new glucose monitor

  • Oct 30, 2021

Diabetics have been checking body glucose numbers for years by pricking their thum… MOREDiabetics offered game changer in new glucose monitor

Whole foods, strong mind leads to a healthy life

Whole foods, strong mind leads to a healthy life

  • Oct 30, 2021

“New year, new me,” said Amy as she plopped several grocery bags on the kitchen co… MOREWhole foods, strong mind leads to a healthy life

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Breast cancer screening advancements saving more lives

Breast cancer screening advancements saving more lives

  • Sep 30, 2021

Advancements in breast cancer screening reflect the genuine discovery in better ca… MOREBreast cancer screening advancements saving more lives

Real Men Wear Pink continues to fight cancer

Real Men Wear Pink continues to fight cancer

  • Sep 30, 2021

He is a first-time participant in the American Cancer Society’s Real Men Wear Pink… MOREReal Men Wear Pink continues to fight cancer

DeSantis praised the states’ monoclonal antibody treatment during a stop in Viera

DeSantis praised the states’ monoclonal antibody treatment during a stop in Viera

  • Updated Sep 2, 2021

Governor Ron DeSantis spoke about early treatment with monoclonal antibody against… MOREDeSantis praised the states’ monoclonal antibody treatment during a stop in Viera

Easily torn, meniscus might heal on its own or need arthroscopic surgery

Easily torn, meniscus might heal on its own or need arthroscopic surgery

  • Updated Aug 31, 2021

Activity in a wide variety of sports can be a detriment to the knee’s meniscus. Tw… MOREEasily torn, meniscus might heal on its own or need arthroscopic surgery

Foundation donates beach wheelchair for use on Melbourne Beach

Foundation donates beach wheelchair for use on Melbourne Beach

  • Updated Aug 30, 2021

Mark Warzecha of the No Bad Days Foundation presents a new beach wheelchair to Mel… MOREFoundation donates beach wheelchair for use on Melbourne Beach

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Staying fit takes effort and commitment

Staying fit takes effort and commitment

  • Updated Aug 30, 2021

They say age is just a number. MOREStaying fit takes effort and commitment

Vaccinations prevent spread, death from diseases

Vaccinations prevent spread, death from diseases

  • Aug 3, 2021

Vaccinations are important for all, especially seniors. MOREVaccinations prevent spread, death from diseases

Volunteers offer free showers to homeless from mobile stalls

Volunteers offer free showers to homeless from mobile stalls

  • Aug 2, 2021

For most of us a regular shower is something we take for granted, along with all i… MOREVolunteers offer free showers to homeless from mobile stalls

Advancements in medical technology  are game changers for patients

Advancements in medical technology are game changers for patients

  • Jul 31, 2021

Prosthetics have been a wonder in medicine from familiar knee and hip joint replac… MOREAdvancements in medical technology are game changers for patients

Protect from UV damage with sunscreen, hat, sleeves

Protect from UV damage with sunscreen, hat, sleeves

  • Updated Jun 28, 2021

Protection from ultraviolet rays is the safest way to be outside in the Florida su… MOREProtect from UV damage with sunscreen, hat, sleeves

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Senior Life, March 2023

Senior Life, March 2023

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    Rock & Roll Revue In Concert

    Fri, Mar 31, 2023
  • Apr 2

    Zonta Chocolate Festival

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  • Apr 7

    Visit the Easter Bunny at The Avenue Viera

    Fri, Apr 7, 2023
  • Apr 8

    Historic Cocoa Village Book Festival

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Latest News

  • Viera’s May wins prestigious Florida Dairy Farmers Mr. Soccer award
  • Tigers outlast Hawks in battle of Brevard County’s top programs
  • HISTORY ~ Then and Now
  • Chefs put on a show at Taste of Senior Living event
  • IRISH CACTUS COCKTAIL

Event Calendar

  • Mar 31

    Rock & Roll Revue In Concert

    Fri, Mar 31, 2023
  • Apr 2

    Zonta Chocolate Festival

    Sun, Apr 2, 2023
  • Apr 7

    Visit the Easter Bunny at The Avenue Viera

    Fri, Apr 7, 2023
  • Apr 8

    Historic Cocoa Village Book Festival

    Sat, Apr 8, 2023
  • Read more
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