Aside from the cost, one of the biggest concerns many consumers have regarding their prescription medications is whether they are safe to take beyond the stamped expiration date. According to a recent article in Harvard Medical School’s Health Publishing (December 13, 2019), in 1979, the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) required…
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Looking to get rid of an old mattress but not sure how? Whatever you do, don’t just dump it. Dumping a mattress on the street, in an alley or even a dumpster isn’t just an eyesore, it’s illegal, too, and can result in hefty fines—as much as $10,000—and/or jail time. There…
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Winter is here. Is your car ready for the hazardous driving conditions that it brings? Now’s the time to get your vehicle in tip-top shape and make sure it can brave the harsh wintry elements. According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, bad weather—excessive fog, rain, ice and snow,…
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Drop. Cover. Hold On. Doing these three things could possibly save your life during an earthquake. That’s the message the Earthquake Country Alliance, the U.S. Geological Society and the Southern California Earthquake Center wants the public to know and why they’ve joined forces to create the annual “Great California ShakeOut”…
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Most people tend to ignore the warning signs of hearing loss. Yet, it’s the third most common health problem in the United States behind heart disease and arthritis. In fact, according to the Center for Hearing and Communication, 48 million people in the U.S. have some degree of hearing loss…
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This annual observance is held each August to spotlight and educate people of all ages on the importance of vaccinations. While some may debate the merits of immunization, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) maintains that vaccines can help prevent dangerous and sometimes deadly diseases. Vaccines are’t just…
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Reading glasses-or “cheaters” as they are often referred to-have come a long way from those dangling-from-a-chain-around-your-neck professor looking spectacles. Once considered nerdy and geeky, readers now come in all sorts of hip styles and colors like high-end designer eye-wear and they’ve caught the eye-pun intended-of both young and young at…
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Losing a loved one is a devastating experience. For many, planning a funeral often compounds the grieving process because there are so many arrangements to make in a short amount of time. The biggest—and most final—decision is whether to have a traditional burial or direct cremation. Cremation is increasingly gaining in…
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Solar power is all the rage these days. And while many people are taking the plunge to purchase solar panels for their homes, they’re also discovering that there are several solar providers on the market. Choosing one can sometimes be a daunting process. So, how can you ensure you get…
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Acupuncture is a system of integrative medicine that involves pricking the skin or tissues with needles. It’s not as spooky as it sounds. It’s actually an ancient Chinese tradition and practice that’s been around for almost 2,500 years. Now, acupuncture is finally gaining mainstream recognition and being utilized within the…