Thats where AARP has you covered.

We tapped the pros to take on 13 common health issues and dole out some sensible advice for each.

No more meat???

I know someone who cant eat beef, pork or lamb because of a tick bite.

Could it happen to me?

Alpha-gal syndrome is one of many tick-related health conditions;Lyme diseaseis the best known.

Ticks are prevalent across the U.S. Sunjya Schweig, M.D., director, California Center for Functional Medicine, Oakland

2.

Honey, where are my …

… keys, hat, glasses, mask?

Im constantly searching for my everyday things and want to stop.

Also stick with one purse, bag or wallet for everyday use.

Finally, dont stress over occasional bouts of forgetfulness; its very common.

But if its causing you trouble in a serious way, getchecked outby your doctor.

Thomas Laudate, clinical neuropsychologist, Tufts Medical Center, Boston

3.

Is it long COVID?

My spouse is convinced she has it.

How can we know?

If she had COVID-19 and symptoms have persisted for more than four weeks, thats probablylong COVID.

Studies show that as many as 30 percent of severeCOVIDinfection patients develop it.

Among those with mild COVID, the rate is about 13 percent.

Some people experience headaches, joint pains, dizziness, sleep disorders, increased depression and anxiety.

There is no definite drug therapy, and we are still investigating treatments.

If you think your spouse may have it, have her see her primary care physician.

There are centers that specialize in long COVID they can refer her to.

But rest, pacing her activities and eating healthfully can help her recover more quickly.

William Lago, M.D., medical director, COVID reCOVer Clinic of the Cleveland Clinic

4.

Sneezing & wheezing

With each October and April, my symptoms get more intense.

Is it just me, or are seasonal allergies getting worse?

Its not just you.

Rising CO2 levels and higher temperatures are causing plants to produce pollen for longer periods of the year.

As a result, pollen counts are as much as 40 percent higher than they were in previous decades.

I tell my patients they need to be more proactive.

CheckPollen.comto see if the pollen count is high before heading out.

On those days, shut the windows and let the AC do the work for you.

High-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters can reduce airborne allergens.

Shower and change your clothes after time outdoors.

Saline sinus rinses, nasal sprays and antihistamines can help.

Julie Wendt, M.D., allergist, Relieve Allergy, Asthma & Hives, Scottsdale, Arizona