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“I’d be walking around the house cleaning or getting ready to cook, and I would get a heart palpitation. I would sit down, rest and then continue what I was doing because the symptoms would be gone,” she explained. After noticing periodic symptoms, Danita’s colleague convinced her to see a doctor. Soon after, she learned […]

Heading back to school during the COVID-19 pandemic means most of our nation’s teachers are facing unprecedented challenges this year. Some teachers are implementing new rules, procedures and classroom configurations to limit the spread of the illness. Others are creating entirely new online curricula for students who will be learning from home. Many teachers are […]

As the country continues to navigate uncertainties surrounding COVID-19, it seems like there are new questions and decisions that pop up each day. What does heading back to school or work look like? How should my family commute in the safest way? How can I continue to minimize the risk of exposure when I’m surrounded […]

For many families across America, fall is viewed as a time to reset and create new rituals, especially with key moments like back-to-school. We all know common routines have been disrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which makes parenting more challenging than ever. This year, preventing illness at home is part of everyone’s focus. A […]

Posted: September 16, 2020 | Word Count: 28 Staying connected is essential to good physical and mental health. From letter writing to attending online performances, these ideas can help you to learn, relax and socialize virtually. This article is available to download for free use in print and online publications. If you must edit the […]

Flu causes millions of illnesses, hundreds of thousands of hospitalizations, and tens of thousands of deaths in the United States yearly. This year, because of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is more important than ever to get a flu vaccine to protect yourself, your family and your community from flu and its potentially serious consequences. Both […]

Posted: September 10, 2020 | Word Count: 88 Optometrists are required by federal law to give you a copy of your prescription — without you even having to ask for it. However, special interest groups and optometrists are trying to undo the Federal Trade Commission’s unanimous ruling that ensures the protection of your vision care […]

If you’re one of the millions of caregivers in the United States, you know that COVID-19 — and the realities of social distancing and isolation — may complicate the day-to-day tasks of caregiving. But even now, it’s important to remember that you can continue to make a positive impact on your loved one’s life. While […]

They’ve become teachers overnight. They go beyond kissing the occasional bump to now being on-call nurses. They’ve learned new skills to serve as coaches and mentors. Moms’ roles have evolved tremendously during the global pandemic as they’re stepping up to meet new challenges and support their family. These extra demands have had a multitude of […]

Many people are surprised to find out that Original Medicare doesn’t generally cover prescription drugs. For help with the cost of your medications, you can choose a stand-alone Part D plan or a Medicare Advantage plan with prescription drug coverage. With Medicare Annual Enrollment fast approaching from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7 — the yearly […]