(BPT) - At age 62, Sandy Weber became unemployed when her customer service job was eliminated during the COVID pandemic. A friend encouraged h…
(BPT) - Need a new snack? Hungry families are turning to a trendy and tasty new choice — the homegrown hazelnut. Perhaps parents outside the P…
(BPT) - Nov. 7 is approaching, and with it the end of daylight saving time, when those in most of the U.S. will “fall back” to standard time b…
(BPT) - If you’re one of the many homeowners renovating your house this year, you’re likely looking at a wealth of new products and features t…
(BPT) - In the early days of COVID-19 when recommendations to remain at home were rampant, routine health screenings were relegated to the lon…
(BPT) - When you think of healthy bones, calcium likely comes to mind. However, without another powerhouse nutrient, your body can't absorb ca…
(BPT) - After more than 18 months of taking precautions to help stop the spread of COVID-19, the world is slowly reopening — families and frie…
(BPT) - When discussing health and wellness, the thyroid gland isn't likely a hot topic between friends and family. This tiny gland is frequen…
(BPT) - Twenty years after 9/11, some World Trade Center first responders still struggle with long-term health complications brought on by the…
(BPT) - The pain was so bad, James Smith couldn’t sleep. With what felt like a thousand bees stinging his legs, he spent hours at the computer…
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(NewsUSA) - Medicare's annual enrollment period (October 15 - December 7) is an important time of year during which Medicare beneficiaries can…
(BPT) - As work and school routines begin to shift again, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. After a long time avoiding social activity, everyone’…
(BPT) - People who qualify for Medicare often juggle a lot. From navigating retirement or complex health conditions to managing expenses, the …
(BPT) - As consumer preferences in the United States begin to change, funeral professionals are seeing an increase in families considering cre…
(BPT) - Our health needs can change each year, and so can health plan coverage choices. So it’s important to understand your health care optio…
(BPT) - It’s that time of year when the leaves change color, the days begin to get a little shorter, sweater weather commences and the desire …
(BPT) - COVID-19 is associated with many complications, but one that many people are not as aware of are blood clots. According to a recent st…
(StatePoint) Whether retirement is in on the horizon for you or you are simply planning to move to your dream retirement area earlier than pla…
(BPT) - The practice of aging wine in barrels dates back thousands of years. Romans borrowed the practice from the Gauls, who used barrels to …
(BPT) - Drug overdoses have claimed nearly 900,000 lives over the past 20 years in the United States. Recent studies show that drug overdose d…
(BPT) - Pets nationwide are considered beloved members of the family. Pet ownership throughout the U.S. has skyrocketed, with approximately 12…
(BPT) - From exercise and travel to self-care and beyond, there are many activities that will help better your health and wellness physically …
(BPT) - Washing your hands. Covering your cough and sneeze. Staying home when sick. These actions help limit the spread of common respiratory …
(BPT) - Did you know if you or a loved one are living with certain chronic health conditions like heart disease, asthma, diabetes or kidney di…
(BPT) - Many Americans may be rededicating themselves to getting outside and focusing on their fitness. This may be especially important after…
(BPT) - It may come as very little surprise, but the COVID-19 pandemic has spurred a dramatic increase in demand for substance abuse and menta…
(BPT) - The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) guarantees loans made by qualified lenders for the benefit of servicemembers, veterans an…
(BPT) - Daily life takes a toll on your skin. Ordinary stressors, toxins and pollutants — plus sunlight and light emitting from devices you us…
(StatePoint) When it comes to healthy, active aging, it’s all about making simple adaptations. This is especially true of outdoor chores, whic…
(BPT) - Digestive diseases affect between 60 and 70 million Americans each year. Good nutrition becomes critical for people living with gastro…
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