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Aging Answers Resource Directory

There are many area agencies that provide services as well as volunteer opportunities. Here are some resources for seniors and caregivers. read more

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Planning for the Unexpected

What would happen to your family and financial affairs if you suddenly became incapacitated? If you don’t know the answer, you could be subjecting your family to the unnecessary heartache,

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Study Shows Early Introduction of Peanuts can Curb Allergies

The National Institutes of Health is aiming to significantly reduce peanut allergies with new guidelines that call for introducing peanut products to infants. A study prompting the new guidelines found that regular consumption of peanut products in early life is a good thing. ...
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‘Wear Red Day’ Supports American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women Effort

The American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women supporters, along with the campaign’s national founding sponsor, Macy’s, encourage the community to celebrate National Wear Red Day on Friday, Feb. 3.

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New Recommendation Calls for Infants to Share Room with Parents

New guidelines recently issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) call for infants to sleep in the same room, but not the same bed, as mom and dad. read

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Know the Dangers of Carbon Monoxide

When the temperature drops to dangerous lows outside, sometimes the greatest danger can be lurking in our own homes. read more

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National Birth Defects Prevention Month Focuses on ‘Prevent to Protect’

Women can increase their chances of having a healthy baby by reducing their risk of getting an infection during pregnancy. The National Birth Defects Prevention Network offers several health tips to help pregnant women and women who may become pregnant as part of its theme, "Prevent to Protect: Prevent infections for baby’s protection.” ...
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This Year, Treat Yourself to a Fitness Makeover

The duties of a mom are never-ending, so at times, taking care of her basics needs often is overlooked. However, missed meals and lack of exercise can have a negative impact on health. Now is the perfect time for moms to start off the new year with a fitness makeover, so they can feel and look their best. ...
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Is it a Cold or the Flu?

We’ve all been there – you wake up with a sore throat, you have a cough or a fever and just don’t feel quite right. read more

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What is the Blum Study for Treatment of Autism?

The Blüm Study is a Phase 3 clinical research study for autism that currently is enrolling across the United States. Children ages 3 to 8 are eligible to enroll. read

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