The hidden health risk of holiday celebrations
Those cider jack cocktails and mugs of mulled wine can increase your risk of an irregular heartbeat.
1 day ago
Stephanie Thurrott
Stephanie Thurrott writes for online and print clients that include NBC News, UPS, Stanford Health, Coldwell Banker, and Northwestern Mutual. She covers a range of topics: health and wellness, travel, nutrition, creativity, home and garden, domestic violence, and education.
Considering dental implants? Here’s everything you need to know
More than half of all Americans are missing at least one tooth.
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The hidden health risks of hearing loss
Hearing loss is not just an annoyance — it’s linked with some serious health problems.
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What exactly happens when you donate your body to science
Among other things, you'll do a world of good.
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A surprising number of adults are developing food allergies. Here’s what you need to know
A recent study reveals nearly half of food allergies develop in adulthood
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15 ways you can stave off joint pain
Getting older doesn’t mean your joints have to hurt.
November 30, 2019
8 reasons you should keep your landline
This is a cord you might not want to cut just yet.
November 28, 2019
13 ways Thanksgiving can be hard for your aging parents
For some members of the family, the celebration can be bittersweet.
November 22, 2019
7 steps you must take before December 31 to lower your 2019 tax bill
To save money on Tax Day in April, take these steps now.
November 20, 2019
Kidney stones: 6 things you should know
There are four types of kidney stones, and they all have different causes.
November 13, 2019
10 apps everyone over 50 should have on their phone
Want to change your life for the better? There’s an app for that.
November 12, 2019
Your dentist recommends a deep dental cleaning. Here’s what you need to know
Scaling and root planing might sound unpleasant, but untreated gum disease can lead to bigger problems.
November 7, 2019
Retirement plan: the 4 factors to focus on beyond your finances
When it comes to retirement planning, our thoughts usually jump straight to finances. But money is just one key factor to consider as you transition to this new life stage.
October 31, 2019
8 things you should know about eczema
It’s more than an annoying rash — it’s a serious skin condition that can be linked with dangerous complications.
October 25, 2019
Dental tourism: 6 questions to ask before you go overseas for dental work
You could save a lot of money with overseas dental care — but there’s more to consider than just the price.
October 22, 2019
Know someone facing a health crisis? Here’s what they could really use (Hint: not lasagna)
Instead of calling the florist or cooking up a casserole, consider one of these 16 options.
October 17, 2019
Breast cancer awareness has never been higher. So why aren’t more women getting mammograms?
Take these three steps to improve your odds of finding breast cancer early.
October 14, 2019
The art of downsizing in place: 5 expert tips for clearing your clutter
Your home will be more comfortable without years’ worth of accumulations weighing on it, and on you.
October 1, 2019
The dental work you need to tackle before you retire
Take care of your teeth while you’re working — you can’t count on Medicare.
September 27, 2019
5 things you should know about Lewy body dementia
The second most common cause of dementia is still shrouded in mystery.
September 20, 2019