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Do you have flat feet?
By Chantell Peterson Are you one of 25% of Americans that have flat feet? Having flat feet means that you do not have an arch in the bottom of your foot. Sometimes this condition is […]
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How Important Are Licensed Nurses for Assisted Living and Memory Care?
Courtesy Koelsch Senior Communities Assisted living and memory care communities are designed to promote aging in place by supporting independence and quality of life. The care provided by licensed nurses is often essential for achieving […]
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Beware of Bad Beauty Habits
By Dr. Helen Kaporis, Cooper Clinic Dermatology Just as it is important to develop healthy eating, exercise and hygiene habits, it’s also important to maintain good skin care habits. Taking care of your skin goes […]
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Why Aquatic Therapy Works Swimmingly
By Fran Wade, Physical Therapy Assistant Recovering from an injury, dealing with joint issues or even beginning an exercise regimen is tough at any age. As we grow older, muscles tend to shrink and body […]
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Middle age musings: Advice from Dr. Stanwix
Dear Dr. Stanwix, I have been married for 20 years, happily––so far––at least 15 of those years. However, a dangerous trend is emerging or, should I say, growing in our marriage, my husband’s belly. Over […]
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Wellness Checks for Medicare Patients
By Joan Weems, RN When you have Medicare, you can get an introductory “Welcome to Medicare” wellness check visit only within the first 12 months you have Medicare Part B. This visit includes a review […]
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Aging Gracefully: Four Skin and Hair Care Tips from Around the World
By Naakai Addy Beauty brands have made a fortune off of expensive anti-aging products. They all come in alluring packages and promise that by using their products you will magically age backwards. Realistically, no product […]
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Teach your children about money
By Michele Barber, Northstar Bank You’ve just won the Texas Lottery and you have two choices of how to receive your earnings: $1,000 an hour for 24 hours for 30 days or a penny doubled […]
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Fighting Fibromyalgia
By John T. Ader, M.D., Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton A lack of energy, poor sleep habits, joint or muscle pain and stiffness can simply be your body’s way of telling you to slow down […]
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The people behind an estate plan
Courtesy Goldberg Law Center Contrary to popular belief, an effective estate plan is not a simple, one–time event. It is a complex and ever-changing process that involves several areas of law. Additionally, the participants involved […]