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Celebrating the heroes of Mother’s Day
If there’s one thing a pandemic can’t stop, it’s a mother’s love. From nursing bruised knees and cheering from the sidelines, to teaching new math…
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Playing it safe outdoors during COVID-19
While many have taken to exercising outdoors as a respite to shelter in place orders, some may question how safe it is to enjoy the…
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Can a cup a day keep the doctor away?
As many caffeine connoisseurs will tell you, mornings belong to a hot cup of Joe. In fact, 89% of Americans regularly consume caffeine, with coffee…
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Is it still safe for a loved one to drive?
It was a chilly, overcast afternoon when I followed my parents to their home after a holiday visit with my brother’s family. Stopping behind their…
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How glass half-full optimism could speed recovery
You’ve seen them. You may even be one. That person who always sees the bright side, finds the silver lining and smiles through the rough…
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7 ways animal therapy benefits patients and medical teams
What’s all the to-do with animal therapy these days? Sure, animals can be cute, soft and good company. They’re nonjudgmental and give love just because…
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Brain games to prevent dementia
Board games, video games, card games and puzzles. Chances are, you’ve owned one or the other, and that’s a good thing. Playing games can encourage…
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6 Thanksgiving foods that support memory
I will never forget the first time I met Alzheimer’s dementia. My parents had driven down for a short visit and, as usual, I had…
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Five ways to have a heart-healthy Thanksgiving
You know it’s coming. That never-ending smorgasbord of family-tested recipes, desserts and all-you-can-eat cranberry sauce. While some take Thanksgiving in bite-sized portions, others dig in,…
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Making the most of rehabilitation
It was the perfect night for Hilary Muelberger to hang out with friends, as most 23-year-olds do. But as the evening progressed, the scenario changed…