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Why it's important to start talking about inflammation and heart disease

(BPT) - Did you know that cholesterol and inflammation are partners in causing heart attack and stroke? Inflammation is your body's internal fight against harmful conditions, but if it's on overtime, …

RSV Vaccines: What older adults need to know

(Family Features) Even though cooler days may seem far off, now is the best time to plan ahead for a healthy winter.

Join the 'Five for Five' campaign this Gynecologic Awareness Month

(BPT) - Sponsored by GSKEvery five minutes, someone's life changes with a gynecologic cancer diagnosis[i],[ii]. This Gynecologic and Ovarian Cancer Awareness month, GSK is encouraging spending five …

Experts offer tips that focus on the joy of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's

(BPT) - When you have a loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia, it's normal to worry about their well-being. However, adults with these conditions can continue living positive, fulfilling lives, …

How to protect your hearing from loss at any age

(BPT) - Taking care of your health is more important as you age, but one aspect of your well-being that's often neglected is hearing health. For many, hearing loss is ignored until its effects …

Jump on the Travel Trend Bandwagon: Make Memories, Not Debt, On Your Next Trip

(BPT) - From international bucket list trips to road trips to vacations with multi-generations to solo travel, there are so many travel trends worth exploring. If you’re eager to plan a trip …

Building a team of experts can help you save time and money

(BPT) - Many of us have a group of professionals we depend on, including our doctor, plumber or our insurance agent. These experts can quickly become an integral part of our lives, saving us time and …

Wellness facts about Epsom salt beyond the soaking tub

(BPT) - If you're like many people, you've more than likely soaked in a bath infused with Epsom salt to calm your sore muscles and relax your mind and nerves. But what is Epsom salt exactly? How …

5 ways to prepare for out-of-pocket health and wellness costs

(BPT) - According to McKinsey & Co., 82% of U.S. consumers consider wellness a top priority, with more than half saying they prioritize it more than they did a year ago.[i] However, rising …

Sharing First-Hand Accounts of Military Service

(Family Features) More than a century after the signing of the Treaty of Versailles ended World War I, stories told by American veterans who served during this pivotal time offer fascinating insights into this period.

How to make home modifications for independence

(BPT) - Being safe and comfortable at home is a large part of living well. Home modifications and repairs can help everyone prevent accidents and maintain an independent lifestyle, especially older …

Top tips for worry-free travel any time of year

(BPT) - Travel is always in season, but don’t let the excitement of planning your next trip cause you to skip necessary safety precautions before you go away. Staying informed about where …

Stay Ahead of Medicare Fraudsters

(Family Features) Every day, criminals target older Americans with one goal - to steal their Medicare numbers and other protected health information.

Data shows nursing home inspection backlog is improving very slowly. Here's how it looks in your state.

Nursing Homes analyzed nursing home inspection data from the CMS to provide an update on the post-COVID-19 challenges to oversight.

5 Evolving Trends on End-of-Life Matters

(Family Features) One of the most difficult conversations many people have in their lives involves the end of life. While often uncomfortable to think about or discuss with others, talking about and sharing end-of-life wishes should be a common occurrence.

5 simple steps to transform your bathroom into a summer spa-like sanctuary

(BPT) - When faced with long, activity-filled summer days, do you find yourself retreating to the bathroom to get some peace and breathing room away from the kids, roommates and the stress of daily …

5 Things You Need to Know About Fatty Liver Disease

(BPT) - For nearly 25% of Americans living with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, a more serious condition is silently progressing. Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis, or NASH, is a dangerous form of …

Unlock better sleep: Treatments to overcome sleep apnea

(BPT) - Do you snore? You may be tempted to dismiss it as an annoying but nonserious condition. You may even have a family history of snoring or think of it as an unavoidable side effect of aging. …

Finding hope after tragedy through virtual reality: Emily’s story

(BPT) - In June 2023, an electrical house fire in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, set Emily Dorsheimer, 53, on a difficult health journey. She suffered severe burns to her leg, face and hands in the fire. …

How to say buh-bye to 'Ozempic face'

(BPT) - Are you one of the many Americans who has benefited from losing weight quickly due to GLP-1 medications? If so, you're probably feeling grateful for the improved health and appearance these …

Focus on autoimmune disease: One woman’s journey with Graves’ and thyroid eye disease

(BPT) - Sponsored by ImmunovantChristine Gustafson had always been the picture of health. She swam a mile each day and biked regularly. Then, seemingly overnight, she began experiencing a series of …

From Exhaustion to Empowerment: Hannah Corbin's Health Journey

(BPT) - Five years ago, in the prime of her fitness career, longtime Peloton instructor Hannah Corbin was teaching several classes a week and never running short on energy. Always having maintained a …

Helping heroes RISE: Wounded vets get accessible smart homes

(BPT) - “Freedom and security are precious gifts that we, as Americans, should never take for granted. We must do all we can to extend our hand in times of need to those who willingly sacrifice …

Times have changed: How to reclaim your power over perimenopause

(BPT) - Expert advice from Eva Beaulieu, M.D., a well-respected internal medicine specialist As women, we're accustomed to navigating many stages and transitions throughout our lives, each with its …

10 ways to keep eyes comfortable during digital device use

(BPT) - Do you experience eye discomfort, fatigue or dryness after working on a computer or spending time on your smartphone? It could be digital eye strain, which can be felt after as few as two …

How a coalition of organizations is helping to Face the Fight

(BPT) - Military veterans embody the strength of our nation. And while the overwhelming majority of those who have served our country are thriving, we must confront the fact that more than 125,000 …

2 in 5 U.S. Adults Over 50 Report Feeling Lonely: How Adult Children Can Help Their Parents Live Independently and Feel Less Isolated

(BPT) - As baby boomers transition into their golden years, the demand for senior care technology that connects parents and children is skyrocketing. Now, more than ever, many seniors desire to …

7 ways to make your parents' home (or yours) safer for aging in place

(BPT) - Aging in place, the ability to live at home safely as we age, is crucial for many of us. The Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation at the University of Michigan recently found 88% of …

5 of the most effective supplements to support longevity and healthy aging

(BPT) - Longevity is one of the buzziest trends in wellness today, with a multitude of treatments and influential biohacking gurus promising to combat aging, extend lifespan, and improve the quality …

- Can weight loss meds silence food noise?
  
  Hone Health explains what doctors and dietitians are saying about popular anti-obesity drugs and what they can and can't do to minimize the …
- Transforming Music Education with Yamaha Higher Education Solutions
  
  (NAPSI)—Collegiate music programs are experiencing a wave of diversification and innovation as they evolve to meet the demands of a rapidly …
- Skilled nursing facilities in these states make the most revenue per bed
  
  Nursing Homes used Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services data to determine which state's skilled nursing facilities bring in the highest …
- U.S. counties most at risk for flooding in 2024
  
  LawnStarter ranked the U.S. counties with the highest flood risk this year.
- Does where you live determine how you eat? New study uncovers America's emotional eating patterns
  
  Hims compares America's foodie capitals and what their eating patterns say about their culture and health.
- What you need to know about Project 2025
  
  The 19th reports on a 920-page policy blueprint that contains the Heritage Foundation's vision for a second Trump administration — with …
- The surprisingly simple way cities could save people from extreme heat
  
  Grist reports on how cool roofs reflect sunlight and reduce the urban heat island effect.
- How could Project 2025 change education?
  
  The Hechinger Report analyzes the ramifications of Project 2025–from Head Start to student loans–and how the conservative proposals for a …
- Extreme heat is making schools hotter — and learning harder
  
  The 19th reports on the rising temperatures in classrooms that translate to dehydrated, exhausted kids and teachers who have to focus on heat …