Recent studies confirmed that most of us over 60 who use the Internet, search for health information. But the question is: how much of it is true? How much pertains specifically to you? And, should the Internet replace talking to your doctor?

Last year, our Erickson Tribune health section did a story on this. I wanted to share some of that information with you as a caution that not everything you read on the Internet is true across the board; other factors influence health, including age. Should the Internet be YOUR health expert? Read the full story

For almost a year I have been blogging. A newbie to blogging, I am still trying to find my voice. I write on almost anything. Lately I have gotten caught up in the political realm (see Election blog), the economy and life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. I have posted on health items. Some of you comment; some visit. At least I know you read these though some are reticent to write.

I also have some favorite blogs; Ronni Bennett of Time Goes By is by far my favorite. I can relate to almost everything she writes. Today she had Saul Friedman, a well known journalist who at 60, began writing Gray Matters for Newsday, blog about his career. You have to read it. Click here. That blog, others, and the research and writing our group is doing for a new book Erickson is writing have inspired me to blog about age……it does not define who we are or what we have accomplished. Read the full story

So, let me start with an unbelieveable story about Baltimore City, the court system, jury duty and the total lack of accountability in dealing with its elder citizens. This blog represent facts, and my opinions and views based on collected evidence which reveal stupidity beyond belief and total disrespect for the elder population. Read the full story