THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 4, 2024 Page 19 in death by sister Ann Marie who is survived by brother-in-law Thomas Cunha and his daughter Nicole Cunha. sister-inlaw Linda L. Sanders, her son Jason Sanders and daughter Justine Foley her husband Peter Foley and their daughters Paela Foley & Adeline Foley. A private gathering will be held in remembrance of Al. Frank B. Mercurio Passed away on September 26, 2024. He was 85 years old. Frank was a longtime resident of Malden and Florida. He was a United States Army veteran during the Vietnam era and worked for many years at Hopwood Globe Company in Malden. Frank was the son of the late Francesco and Philomena (Ciccotelli) Mercurio. He was the dear brother of Teresa Blandini and her late husband Michael, the late Frances Powell and her late husband Donald, the late Jean Davis and the late Anthony Mercurio. Frank was the loving uncle of Donna Leonard, Michael Blandini, Donald Blandini, Frances Blandini, Terri Alfonse, Lisa Davis, Charlie Davis, Jonas Mercurio and Jesse Mercurio. He is also survived by many great nieces and great nephews. Visitation will be held at the A. J. City of Malden Massachusetts Board of Appeal 215 Pleasant Street Malden, Massachusetts 02148 Telephone 781-397-7000 x2104 MALDEN BOARD OF APPEAL PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Board of Appeal will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, 6:30 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada) at Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant St, Room #106 Herbert L Jackson Council Chambers, Malden, MA on Petition 24-011 by Leola Santil seeking a variance under Code of the City of Malden as amended – Title 12.16.060 Table of Intensity Regulations: Specifically: Violation of Side Yard Setback and Both Sides Setback as per Plans Res-064199-2024 at the property known as and numbered 41 Alden St., Malden, MA and also known by City Assessor’s Parcel ID #100 445 514 Additional information, Petition & plans available for public review in the Office of Inspectional Services, 215 Pleasant St., 3rd floor, Malden MA or online at: www.cityofmalden.org or https://maldenma-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/SelfService#/home Nathaniel Cramer, Chair October 04, 11, 2024 City of Malden Massachusetts INSPECTIONAL SERVICES 215 Pleasant Street, 3rd Floor Malden, Massachusetts 02148 (781) 397-7000 ext. 2030 MALDEN PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Planning Board will hold a public hearing in the Herbert L. Jackson Council Chamber, Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA at 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 on the petition of Veris Residential and WinnCompanies LLC on behalf of Overlook Ridge LLC, for the Application for Approval of Definitive Plan of subdivision (Permit Application # CMID-068474-2024) made under the Rules and Regulations of the Malden Planning Board Governing the Subdivision of Land and Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 41, §81U, to subdivide approximately 14.36 acres of vacant land classified as part of the Rowe’s Quarry Reclamation & Redevelopment District, Subdistrict RQ3, to create four new building lots and one parcel to be used for the future roadway connection of Overlook Ridge Drive and Route 1, at the property known as and numbered, 0 State Highway, Malden, MA, and also known by City of Malden Assessor’s Parcel Identification # 185 575 506; and the request for waivers made under Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 41, §81R, regarding compliance with the following Rules and Regulations of the Malden Planning Board Governing the Subdivision of Land: Procedure - Section III.D.2.a, Performance Guarantee, Completion Date; Submission Requirements - Section IV.D.1.b, Topography; Section IV.D.1.c, Street Plans and Profiles; Section IV.D.1.d, Utility Plans and Profiles; Section IV.D.2, Traverse Calculations; and Design Standards - Section V.C.3, Frontage for proposed Lots 13B and 14B; and Section V.G.3, Traffic Impact Study. Petition and plans are available for public review in the Inspectional Services Department, Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Room 330, Malden, MA and under Permit Application # CMID-068474-2024 at https://maldenma-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/SelfService#/home By: Diane M. Chuha Clerk October 4, 11, 2024 Spadafora Funeral home, 865 Main Street, Malden on Tuesday October 8th from 3:00pm-6:00pm. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Mae Bertha Upperman Of Malden, Massachusetts. Died on September 25, 2024 after an illness of over five years. She was born on May 2, 1937 the daughter of the late Eugene M. and Pearl Griggs Upperman and sister to her beloved “Sonny”, OBITS | SEE PAGE 21 avy eniior avvy S iorn oro a y avvyavy iori by Jim Miller If You’re 65 or Older, It’s Time to Get Your Pneumonia Shot Dear Savvy Senior, I recently turned 65 and would like to know if am supposed to get the pneumonia vaccine? And if so, which type of vaccine do I need and is it covered by Medicare? Relatively Healthy Dear Relatively, Yes, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) does indeed recommend the “pneumococcal vaccines” for pneumonia for adults age 65 and older. They’re also recommended for younger people with long-term health issues or weak immune systems, as well as children under 5 and people who smoke. Pneumonia, which can happen anytime – not just during the cold months – can be a serious and even life-threatening condition. Each year, pneumonia causes a whopping 1.5 million people to visit medical emergency departments in the U.S. and causes roughly 50,000 deaths. A recent study found that the use of pneumonia vaccines is associated with a 24 percent decreased risk of death, but vaccination rates aren’t that high. Around 67 percent of adults over the age of 65 are vaccinated against pneumonia, and just 24 percent of younger people (19-64 years old) at risk for pneumonia are vaccinated. The main reasons for this are because many people are unsure whether they need the vaccine, while others aren’t even aware a vaccine exists. Types of Vaccines There are three diff erent vaccines available, some more appropriate for certain people than others. They are the pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine PPSV23 (Pneumovax23), the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine PCV15 (Vaxneuvance) and PCV20 (Prevnar 20). The numbers indicate how many strains, or serotypes, of streptococcus pneumoniae are included in the vaccine. So, which vaccine should you get? If you’ve never been vaccinated for pneumonia, the newer PCV20 is the top choice – it covers the 20 most common serotypes now. If that vaccine is not available in your area, you can get the PCV15 vaccine, followed one year later by PPSV23. If you had the earlier PCV13 (but not PCV15), or the PPSV23 at or after age 65, you’re likely eligible to get the PCV20 for increased protection. But because of the diff erent possibilities, you need to talk to your doctor or pharmacist about the most eff ective option for you. Side eff ects of these vaccines tend to be mild, but may include feeling achy and tired as well as redness, swelling and soreness where the injection was given. You’ll also be happy to know that Medicare Part B covers both single dose and two-dose pneumococcal shots, and you only need to get it once. Unlike the fl u shot, which is given annually. Most local pharmacies and community health clinics off er pneumococcal vaccines, but you may want to call ahead just to be sure. For more information, visit the CDC’s Pneumococcal Vaccination webpage at CDC.gov/vaccines/vpd/pneumo/index.html. Other Vaccines To avoid getting pneumonia as a consequence of a viral infection, you should also consider getting a fl u shot, RSV shot and a Covid-19 booster in the fall. While vaccines cannot prevent every case of pneumonia (or other conditions they’re given for), those who get them usually have milder infections, a shorter course of illness and fewer serious complications than people who don’t get vaccinated. The fl u shot and Covid booster are both covered by Medicare Part B, while the RSV vaccine (which is recommended every other year) is covered under Medicare (Part D) prescription drug plans. All three shots can also be given simultaneously. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
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