Practical tips, advice and hope for those who live alone By Gwenn Voelckers When I first found myself living alone in midlife, I
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Why Are Mosquitoes Bugging You?
By Eva Briggs, MD In May I took a trip to the Adirondacks. Predictably, biting insects including mosquitoes were out and about. Some
The Whole Grain with the Most Fiber? Bulgur!
By Anne Palumbo Sometimes it pays to be less refined and coarse, especially when it comes to nutrition. I’m barking about whole grains—an
Self-esteem: What Is It?
By Barbara Pierce “I give myself a ‘D’ on how I handled that situation with my son. Maybe I even an ‘F!’” said
Love Your Body
By Deborah Dittner Many women find themselves discontented with specific parts of their body. Some complain about weight issues, wrinkles or how the
Essential Legal Documents All Seniors Should Have
by Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, What kinds of legal documents do I need to help my family take care of me in my
Primary Care Physicians Wanted
By George W. Chapman The American Association of Medical Colleges predicts that, unless things change, the shortage of primary care docs will increase
Ready to Entertain This Summer? Tips for Solo Hosts
Practical tips, advice and hope for those who live alone By Gwenn Voelckers I remember the first time I hosted a gathering on
Chicken’s Many Nutrients Worth Crowing About
By Anne Palumbo I don’t eat a lot of meat these days, but when I do, it’s usually chicken and if it’s chicken,
A Letter to My Grandson: Becoming a Man
By Barbara Pierce Dear Casey: I’m writing this to you, my grandson, on your 19th birthday. It isn’t easy, transitioning from a boy