At this time of year, you can't escape the spirit of the holidays. Whether it's the tinsel and ornaments in stores, the continuous holiday music on the radio, the greeting cards in the mail, or the calls from friends (like expert Dorian Martin noted in her recent column), the holidays are staring us in the face. For most, this means... Read more
When Americans across the country sat down last Thursday for their Thanksgiving meal, families no doubt embraced lots of traditions. These might have included a succulent turkey and side dishes whipped up from old family recipes, grandchildren's school-made holiday decorations, and family members, young and old, swapping stories-and thanks.... Read more
More than five years ago, I was in my car, casually listening to the radio when I heard a public service announcement about a Blood Pressure Screening Day. It was one of those moments when the proverbial light bulb goes off over your head - my head. There were screening days for blood pressure, colon cancer, depression, diabetes, etc., so why... Read more
I'm glad it's November. Glad, because the air is getting crisper and it's almost time for my intergenerational family to gather around the Thanksgiving table. I'm even more glad because November is both National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month. Because of these designations,... Read more
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