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February is National Heart Month

Many people have hearts on their minds in the month of February. This not only holds true for the holiday built to celebrate love, Valentine’s Day, but also marks American Heart Month. The American Heart Association designates February as awareness month to remind people to focus on maintaining healthy hearts and to help raise awareness […]




Is It Time?

People are living longer today than ever before. According to the US Census Bureau, people age 65 and older will represent over 18 percent of the population by the year 2030, almost double that of today. While living longer is reason to celebrate, it is not without its challenges. As a result of aging, many […]




What is Memory?

What is memory? According to the definition in the dictionary, memory is the power of the brain to recall past experiences or information. Memory is the process of encoding, storing, and retrieving experiences and knowledge. It makes us who we are. Some memories might be a morning coffee enjoyed with a friend, or the time […]




Is Expired Medicine Safe?

Imagine a headache that has you searching the medicine cabinet in hopes of finding some Tylenol, only to discover it expired a year ago, now what? What do expiration dates for over-the-counter and prescription drugs really mean? Medicines have expiry dates so people know when to use them. Drug manufacturers are required to stamp an […]




Do Moisturizers Work?

The short answer is yes. However, many moisturizers come with dubious claims and mysterious ingredients. Because of how saturated the market is, it’s important to go over the basics of how moisturizers work. This can enable one to become a smarter consumer. The main way moisturizers work is by trapping water in the skin. Barring […]




Chair Exercises

Exercise comes in many forms and varieties, including chair exercises. Chair exercises are excellent for seniors who are frail, at risk of falling, or are wheelchair-bound.     Here are a few simple exercises you can do using a sturdy, straight-back chair. The chair shouldn’t have arms, fold, roll, slide or be unsteady. Seated March:  Lift […]




Red Flags of Health Fraud

Health fraud scams refer to products that claim to prevent, treat, or cure diseases or other health conditions. Many of these scams involve selling drugs, devices, foods, or cosmetics that have not been proven effective. Keep in mind – if it sounds too good to be true, it’s probably a scam. At best, these scams […]




Tips for Preventing Cataracts

A cataract is a clouding of the eye lens. This can lead to impaired vision. Over 22 million U.S. citizens have cataracts and they become more common as we get older. In fact, over half of all U.S. citizens have cataracts by age 80. It is the most prevalent eye disorder. However, there are some […]






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