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How to Reduce Your Risk of Stroke––Centennial Medical Center
Stroke accounts for the fourth largest number of deaths in the United States annually and is a leading cause of disability. But there is good news. […]
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Helping You Recover––Carrus Hospitals
Carrus Specialty Hospital is a long-term acute care facility (LTAC) providing intensive care for those who have complex medical needs. It was developed to accommodate patients and assist families in a welcoming atmosphere intended to minimize stress and create opportunities for healing. […]
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He Did It Himself…And It Didn’t End Well––Craig Watson
Jack, a widower, passed away last year at the age of 92. He left an estate valued at $400,000. He was a veteran and relied on a Will that was provided to him free of charge by the military. […]
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See Like a Kid Again––Courtesy RGB Eye Associates
Formerly, cataract surgery was about preventing blindness. Now, with premium lens options and innovative new technology, RGB Eye Associates offers an unprecedented level of precision for cataract surgeries, allowing for more exact, uncorrected visual acuity. Many patients say that following the procedure, they have the vision they enjoyed when they were younger. […]
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Better Hearing Keeps You Connected!––Hearing Services of McKinney
The prevalence of hearing loss is rather telling. Many have heard the statistics: 36 million Americans have a significant hearing loss, which equates to one out of every four households in the U.S. having a member who is hearing impaired. In addition, half of all hearing impaired individuals are over the age of 65. […]
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A Very Important Vaccination––Meridian Pharmacy
A Very Important Vaccination By Michael McLendon, Pharmacist, Meridian Pharmacy, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine If you are over 50, here’s something to add to your bucket list. Move this one to the top of your […]
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How to Leave an Inheritance to a Disabled Child––Vision Bank
If you are the parent or grandparent of a disabled child or young adult, you have several special estate planning challenges. If the disabled child or disabled adult is receiving support from the state or federal government, they usually cannot have more than a small amount of assets held in their name. For example, if they have more than $2,000 in a checking or savings account in their name, this could threaten their government benefits. So how do you leave a gift or inheritance to that disabled heir without losing their government benefits? […]
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Crossing Over…A Caring Hand on the Journey––GuArdian Hospice
Crossing Over…A Caring Hand on the Journey By R. Joe Church, M.D., GuArdian Hospice, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine Dying is a normal life process, but it is difficult to imagine the fear and loneliness that […]
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Do You Need Detox?––Solace Counseling
Detox is typically required when the body becomes physically dependent on certain medications and other substances that can be addictive. […]
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Independent Living: Come Home for the Holidays––Parkview in Frisco
Most of us think of the holidays as an exciting, happy time that we look forward to all year long. However, for our older population, sometimes this proves to be a special challenge. […]