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Last Updated: Mar 04, 2025 07:57PM • Subscribe via RSS • ATOM

Renew your energy this spring with these self-care tips

Mar 04, 2025 07:57PM ● By Nancy J. Schaaf, RN

Refresh your mind and body to boost your health, happiness and energy for the season ahead!

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A brewed awakening: My colonoscopy prep nightmare and the surprise ending

Mar 04, 2025 07:42PM ● By Roz de Lizarriturri

A canceled colonoscopy after dreaded prep felt like a nightmare—but a surprise ending at a gastro café turned the day around in the best way.

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How AI and smart gadgets are transforming healthcare and diagnostics

Feb 25, 2025 10:49AM ● By Suzy Cohen

AI and smart gadgets are revolutionizing healthcare—faster diagnoses, real-time tracking and personalized treatment are changing the way we stay healthy.

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Combat loneliness and find joy in the cold months

Feb 04, 2025 03:31PM ● By Nicole Praska

Beat the winter blues with self-care, new hobbies and social connections with these uplifting tips!

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The science-driven approach of Parlor Games

Feb 04, 2025 03:10PM ● By Pat Martin

Senior entrepreneur tackles menopause with science and sisterhood

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Enhancing senior independence with compassionate in-home services

Feb 04, 2025 11:21AM ● By Heather Portenier

SummitWest Care empowers seniors with quality in-home care, innovative services and compassionate support for independent living.

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The surprising connection between dogs and romance

Feb 04, 2025 11:14AM ● By Marti Benson

The secret to a healthy relationship might have four legs

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How to recognize the warning signs of an overworked heart

Jan 30, 2025 01:14PM ● By Suzy Cohen

Learn the signs, risks and treatments for Left Ventricular Hypertrophy (LVH) and how to protect your heart from strain and potential complications

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Deepen your romantic connection with these 9 tips

Jan 30, 2025 01:06PM ● By Heather Portenier

Keep intimacy alive at any age with these tips to reconnect, deepen your bond and reignite passion in your relationship

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Keep your resolutions with these must-read articles

Jan 05, 2025 06:49PM

Feeling the “Quitter’s Day” slump? These 13 articles cover health, mental well-being, finances and more to help you stay motivated and achieve your goals.

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8 ways to make better food choices

Dec 31, 2024 01:35PM

While making better food choices is a great way improve health, there are also foods seniors should avoid.

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Local trainers help seniors with physical and mental fitness for a better quality of life

Dec 31, 2024 01:07PM ● By Cloie Sandlin

Learn how seniors are staying active and healthy with consistent, small steps with these inspiring stories of fitness at any age.

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Opinion: Why do TV drug ads keep breaking FDA rules?

Dec 31, 2024 09:35AM ● By Ken Burrows

TV drug ads bombard us, but did you know most violate an FDA rule? Ads must present side effects clearly and neutrally, yet many fail.

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Healing crops in every hue

Dec 31, 2024 09:26AM ● By Bryan Reed

From boosting nutrients to supporting wellness, explore how gardening and eating the rainbow can improve health and connect us to nature's pharmacy.

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Top Googled health questions answered

Dec 30, 2024 03:58PM ● By Suzy Cohen

Get practical answers to the top 10 most Googled health questions, from managing blood pressure to preventing strokes and more.

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