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Seeing through the smoke: The impacts of quitting and quitting strategies in 3 populations

Dec 12, 2024

Do you smoke and live with coronary heart disease or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or are about to undergo surgery? Research shows the benefits of quitting and some effective strategies to help achieve success.

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The Best Gift You Can Give Your Mom This Holiday Season

Dec 10, 2024

This holiday season, forget the sweater or box of chocolates. While your mom might appreciate those thoughtful gestures, the gift she’ll treasure most is something you can’t buy—your time. At...

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How to start a conversation about supporting aging parents with home care

Dec 4, 2024

How to start a conversation about supporting aging parents with home care In an ideal world, we would approach our parents with the suggestion that they could use some help...

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Co-Housing for Older Adults: Building Community, Support, and Security While Aging in Place

Dec 4, 2024

What is co-housing? Explore how shared living spaces can offer older adults community, support, and financial savings while balancing privacy and connection.

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Winter wonder: How to make the most of the season ahead

Nov 27, 2024

Winter doesn’t have to be something to endure—it can be a season to embrace. By finding small joys in the cold months, we can make winter a time of rest, growth, and connection.

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Preventing Falls on Ice and Snow for a Slip Free Winter

Nov 20, 2024

Preventing Falls on Ice and Snow for a Slip-Free Winter Winter can be a beautiful season, but it can also be dangerous, especially for older adults. It only takes one...

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