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Day: October 4, 2026

Stroke warning signs: a family recognizing when to call 911
Medical EmergenciesNeurological Conditions

Stroke Warning Signs: Know When to Call 911

Learn sudden stroke warning signs, the B.E. F.A.S.T. reminder, and why calling 911 matters even when symptoms appear to improve.

By Chuck Kinney
October 4, 2026
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Living with joint pain and working toward a better care plan
Healthy AgingRehabilitation

Joint Pain Is Changing Your Day: How to Ask for a Better Care Plan

Prepare for a joint-pain visit with useful notes about symptoms, movement, daily tasks, and questions about assessment, therapy, and treatment.

By Chuck Kinney
October 4, 2026
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Comparing plan options during Medicare open enrollment
Medicare AdvantageOriginal Medicare

Medicare Open Enrollment: Prepare for 2027 Before October 15

Prepare for Medicare Open Enrollment with your medication list, provider priorities, plan documents, and questions for a free SHIP counseling session.

By Chuck Kinney
October 4, 2026
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Finding LGBTQ+ affirming care
Affirming CareLGBTQ+ Aging

Finding LGBTQ+ Affirming Care: Questions to Ask Before You Book

Find care that fits your needs. Use practical questions about provider experience, communication, privacy, insurance, and appointment access.

By Chuck Kinney
October 4, 2026
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An older woman reading at home on her couch, aging alone with a plan
Aging AloneIndependence Planning

Aging Alone: Build a Backup Plan While Life Is Going Well

Living alone? Build a practical backup plan for contacts, transportation, appointments, pets, and short-term help before an unexpected need arises.

By Chuck Kinney
October 4, 2026
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A person writing notes in a notebook before an adult ADHD evaluation appointment
Mental HealthNeurological Conditions

Adult ADHD: How to Prepare for a Real Evaluation

Wondering whether adult ADHD explains ongoing difficulties? Learn what to document, what to ask, and how to prepare for a professional evaluation.

By Chuck Kinney
October 4, 2026
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Two people having a supportive conversation about mental health care outdoors at dusk
Crisis SupportMental Health

You Do Not Have to Wait for a Crisis to Ask for Mental Health Care

Not sure how to start looking for mental health support? Prepare for the first call, ask about cost and access, and know where to get urgent help.

By Chuck Kinney
October 4, 2026
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Taking the next step in cancer screening and care during breast cancer awareness month
CancerScreenings

Breast Cancer Awareness: Turn a Reminder Into a Completed Next Step

Use breast cancer awareness as a prompt to review your screening plan, discuss breast changes, and make sure recommended follow-up gets completed.

By Chuck Kinney
October 4, 2026
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A patient asking questions during a doctor's visit
Preparing for Appointments

Leaving a Doctor’s Visit Confused? Five Questions That Bring Clarity

Leave your next healthcare visit with a clearer plan. Learn five questions about your health, treatment, follow-up, results, and who to call.

By Chuck Kinney
October 4, 2026
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An open monthly planner for scheduling preventive visits based on preventive recommendations
Healthy AgingScreenings

Turn preventive recommendations into a visit plan

Age and sex can identify starting points, but personal and family history, pregnancy, smoking, medicines, prior results, and preferences can change the conversation.

By Chuck Kinney
October 4, 2026
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