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The Benefit of Private Ownership

The Benefit of Private Ownership
By Rick Allen, Collin LIVING WELL Magazine
In the late 60s and early 70s the funeral industry began an era of consolidation. A third generation funeral director from Houston, Texas had the idea of clustering funeral homes together for the benefit of operating efficiency. […]

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WHAT YOU CANNOT SEE – CAN HURT YOU

WHAT YOU CANNOT SEE – CAN HURT YOU!
Courtesy Breathe Better Duct Cleaning, Denton LIVING WELL Magazine
In today’s air tight homes, indoor air quality is a growing concern. Most household dust contains, dust mites, mold, mildew, pollen and animal dander. Many of these contaminants are re-circulated through the central air systems in most homes and can aggravate the symptoms of asthma and allergies. […]

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What you need to know about shingles

Shingles
What You Should Know
By Adam W. Cooper, Pharm D, North Dallas LIVING WELL Magazine
Herpes zoster, or shingles, is a heavy hitting diagnosis generally occurring in adults over the age of 50. The disease will affect approximately one million adults each year and carries a nearly 30% lifetime chance of disease contraction. As one ages, the chance of experiencing the disease increases so much that approximately 50% of those aged 85 and older will experience shingles. These facts create a significant health care concern for this population. […]

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How prevalent is hearing loss in America?

How Prevalent is Hearing Loss in America?
By Elizabeth Brassine, Au.D., Collin County LIVING WELL Magazine
How prevalent is hearing loss in America? You may be surprised! Nearly a fifth of all Americans 12 years or older have enough hearing loss to make communication difficult, according to a new study led by Johns Hopkins researchers and published in the November 14 Archives of Internal Medicine. […]

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Stay Safe and Healthy This Summer

Stay Safe and Healthy This Summer

Courtesy Acadian Ambulance Service, Collin County LIVING WELL Magazine, Denton County LIVING WELL Magazine, and North Dallas LIVING WELL Magazine
As temperatures continue to climb, it’s a good time for a refresher on how to beat the heat and stay safe and healthy this summer. […]

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Eliminate allergies naturally. LIVING WELL Magazine explains how.

Eliminate allergies naturally
By Jennifer L Polen, DC, DeHart Chiropractic, Denton LIVING WELL Magazine

Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Technique (NAET) is a natural, non-invasive, and painless treatment used to eliminate food and environmental allergies, permanently. NAET was discovered by Dr. Devi Nambudripad, DC, MD, PhD in acupuncture. […]

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The staff makes all the difference at a senior living community

The staff makes all the difference at a senior living community
Courtesy Spectrum Properties, North Dallas LIVING WELL Magazine
When looking at your options for senior living, it’s always important to look at the amenities, the location and the price, but most people forget the most vital service. It’s one that cannot be copied, marketed or researched on the internet. The single most essential aspect of any community is the staff. […]

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Ron's Carrus Story – Chapter Two

Ron’s Carrus Story
Chapter Two
Courtesy Carrus Rehabilitation Hospital, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine
When Ron Vardeman was moved from Carrus Specialty Hospital to the other side of the facility where Carrus Rehabilitation Hospital services are provided, he was enthusiastic. He knew he had achieved significant goals and was ready to meet the next challenges. […]

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Key Things to Know About Probate When a Loved One Dies

Key Things to Know About Probate When a Loved One Dies
By Lori A. Leu & Erin W. Peirce, Texas LIVING WELL Magazines
Have you ever heard someone ask whether a Will or an estate has been “probated,” and wondered, “What is probate?” The term “probate” refers to the judicial procedure wherein a Will is proven to be valid. Over time, the term “probate” has evolved to refer to the legal process in which the estate (everything owned at the time of death) of a deceased person, called the “decedent” is administered, whether or not the person had a Will. […]

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Is Your Homecare Provider “Paying For Your Vote?”

Is Your Homecare Provider “Paying For Your Vote?”
By Michael Fife, A.C.T. Home Health, Denton LIVING WELL Magazine
Ethics is a hot topic today for many industries, and healthcare providers are under the microscope more than ever before. Because of the intensely competitive nature of our economy, many homecare providers are seeking new and innovative ways to gain market share. […]