Long-Life Tips

Fight the Resistance

Posted August 11, 2009 9:14 PM

In the 60 plus years since antibiotics entered the medical mainstream, countless lives have been saved. But recently, the widespread availability, misuse and overuse of antibiotics has lead to the growth of antibiotic resistant bacteria, and it’s a cause for world-wide concern. Infections that are resistant to antibiotics are more difficult to treat, may spread more easily and lead to more Read more...
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Long-Life Tips

Rx for Medication

Posted August 11, 2009 9:03 AM

Getting your prescription filled in a timely fashion is one step toward taking care of yourself, but to insure you're getting maximum effectiveness, you should also take care of the drugs you bring home. Here’s what you need to know about storage, expiration and disposal: The Medicine-Free Cabinet: The shelves in your bathroom are fine for storing deodorant, razors, and cotton balls, but not Read more...
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Long-Life Tips

Vitamin "D"eficient

Posted August 10, 2009 7:07 PM

In the days before SPFs and CDs, when the whole country was California Dreaming, on any bright, warm weekend across the country, you could spot bands of sun worshipers on lawns, rooftops and beaches, dressed in swimsuits, slathered in baby oil and armed with aluminum-foil-wrapped album covers. Their makeshift reflectors a sign that they were in serious pursuit of a "healthy Read more...

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Preventive measures you can take to lower your risk of developing Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Expert advice on recognizing symptoms and the latest treatment options, and research updates.

Find out more about the ins and outs of grandparenting and learn tips to help you further grow and maintain this very special relationship from our expert resources, articles, and more!

Parenting in midlife can be challenging, particularly if your child is young. We offer advice, information and tips to make your job a little easier.

Articles and advice about being sandwiched between parents and children, all of whom need care and attention, sibling issues and other joys and challenges of family life.

Preventive measures you can take to lower your risk of developing Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Expert advice on recognizing symptoms and the latest treatment options, and research updates.

Alternative & Integrative Health

What Do You Expect?

Posted August 5, 2009 8:34 PM

If you suffered whiplash in a car accident, would you expect: a)  The symptoms will soon fade and you'll make a full recovery. b) You may miss a few days of work, but no more than that. c)  The pain is going to have you sidelined for a long time. d)  Windfall! With the right lawyer, your financial problems will be solved.  If you answered, a, b, or c, then you are Read more...

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Preventive measures you can take to lower your risk of developing Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Expert advice on recognizing symptoms and the latest treatment options, and research updates.

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