Certain drugs—even ones sold over the counter (OTC)—are ototoxic, meaning they can cause temporary or even permanent hearing damage. Important: If your hearing changes after...
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Does Melatonin Really Help You Sleep?
People Âstruggling to sleep are increasingly turning to melatonin, the so-called “sleep hormone,” as a solution. In fact, the use of melatonin supplements by American...
Show Your Hands Some TLC
Many of us have trouble opening stubborn jars—that can happen at any age. But as you get older, specific issues with your hands—weakness, pain, joint...
Pat Yourself Peaceful
Remember that wonderful feeling of your mother stroking your head or back when you were young? How calm it made you feel? How somehow even...
Get On Your Feet!
Full disclosure—I work from home most days now. If I am doing it right, you likely didn’t even know that! I am not complaining. There...
Exciting Developments in Alzheimer’s Research
This has been an exciting time in Alzheimer’s disease (AD) research. While medical news has been largely focused on the pandemic, AD researchers have been...
Don’t Let Injuries Hold You Back
Are you keeping active as you age by playing a sport? Many adults enjoy golf, tennis and other activities well into their senior years. Staying...
5 Often-Overlooked Veterans’ Benefits
Military veterans who served even decades ago might not be aware of all the benefits available to them today. Some older vets haven’t heard about...
Are Product Warranties Ever Worth It?
Protect your purchase by buying an extended warranty!” We hear this all the time when buying appliances, electronics and other products. But are those warranties...
Grandparents! 529s Are No Longer Risky
Grandparents will find it easier to contribute to their grandchildrens’ college educations starting this fall. That’s when changes go into effect on the Free Application...
How to Decide If You Need a Statin
When your doctor broaches the topic of taking a statin drug to lower your cardiovascular risk, you may wonder if it’s really necessary…especially after hearing...
Grow Your Own Rhubarb
Those ruby-red stalks of rhubarb can be expensive and hard to find. Fortunately, you can grow your own. Pick the right spot. Rhubarb plants need...
