Stories for a healthier life
January is National Blood Donor Month, but there is never a bad time to be a blood donor and help save lives. Extreme winter weather in some parts of the…
A natural drug once seen as taboo by mainstream America may now be poised to help battle the country’s opioid crisis. From 1999-2018, 450,000 people in the…
There’s no question about it: the last several months have been different, to say the least. On top of the usual political controversies and other generally…
The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL), representing more than 14,000 nursing homes and assisted living…
The world is perilous enough for the average senior citizen without a highly contagious, potentially deadly new virus causing a global outbreak of disease. But…
After four agonizing months with virtually no games to watch, a sports fan’s plate is now full with Major League Baseball, the National Basketball Association…
When it comes to women and birth control, there truly is no “one size fits all” – and there are more options these days than ever. According to the Centers for…
Many of us have been there. It’s that moment when your medical bill from a procedure you underwent weeks ago shows up in your mailbox. Having to undergo a…
When people see their pets as members of their families, it’s no wonder that man’s best friend is susceptible to the same marketing tactics as humans when it…
Like peanut butter and jelly, relationships and boundaries go hand in hand. Having boundaries is a key part of almost any and every kind of relationship,…
You’ve reached the significant milestone of retirement. Although you might be out of the workforce, that doesn’t mean you can’t splurge a little and treat…
It’s tax season once again, and stress levels are high. While you are plunging away those numbers and stressing about refunds and payments to the IRS, there…
Whether you brush your teeth once, twice or thrice per day, this daily ritual can sometimes fall to the wayside during and after the holiday seasons. Sweet…
Overeating during the holidays and New Year’s may now be in the rearview mirror. But that doesn’t necessarily make losing or maintaining weight easier for…
People familiar with harsh winters understand specific precautions must be taken to effectively contend with storms and cold temperatures. Both can be…
If you’re like most adults, you might have a hard time falling or staying asleep. In fact, a 2018 Consumer Report found that 68 percent of Americans struggle…
Trying to attain perfection, especially during the holidays, can leave a person financially stressed and spiritually depleted. For many people, the holidays…
October is a festive time associated with autumn-colored hues of red, yellow, orange, brown, or even the eerie glow of purple and black for Halloween. But…
Draw the Line According to the Oxford Dictionary, a boundary is defined as “a line that marks the limits of an area.” In more straightforward terms, it’s the…
Many of us treat our pets like members of our family. We want nothing more than for them to be comfortable and pain-free whenever possible. According to a…
Venturing into research on electronic nicotine delivery devices such as e-cigarettes, vape pens, vape mods and the newer Juuls — the use of which is known as…
Summer vacation is well under way, and with a lack of recess and physical education, parents may be looking for different ways to get kids outside and staying…
There was a time when parents were concerned their children were watching too much television. Today, with iPads, iPhones, computers and video games in little…
These activities will remind you that playtime isn’t just for children