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    NaNoWriMo: Write Your Novel This November!
    This month, aspiring writers from around the world will be participating in National Novel Writing Month. Often abbreviated as NaNoWriMo, this fun writing event, which runs for the duration of November, challenges wannabe-authors to write 50,000 words in 30 days or less. Participation is open f... more ...

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    Finding the Right Doctor for You
    Most of us don’t spend much time thinking about our healthcare providers. By the time we’re contemplating a doctor’s visit, most of us are already in need of an examination or a prescription renewal. When it comes to seeking out a new doctor, it’s easy to become overwhel... more ...

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    Genealogy for Beginners
    When your grandfather told long-winded stories about his youth, were you the sole family member who actually listened? If so, you might be the perfect candidate for recording your family history! Genealogy, the study of family lineage and history, was once used primarily to distinguish royal bl... more ...

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    Defining Sleep Disorders
    The state of our sleep is becoming an issue of global concern. In 1942, adults were averaging a healthy 8 hours of sleep per night; today, that average has dropped to just 6.8. Studies reveal that sleep disorders are on the rise, with factors like growing obesity rates and nighttime technology use a... more ...

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    Older Adults & Oral Health
    Our oral health can have an impact on our well-being at any age. As we grow older, adhering to good dental hygiene practices becomes even more important. Oral conditions like gum disease and dry mouth affect well over a third of seniors over the age of 60. Whether you have a complete set of den... more ...

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    Robots: The Future of Assisted Living?
    When we picture assisted living homes, many of us imagine older seniors being wheeled around by caregivers. In countries like Japan, Germany, and the United States, rapidly aging populations are quickly outpacing the number of individuals entering caregiving professions. Social isolation, physical h... more ...

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    Fashion: Tips for 50 and Beyond
    Confidence and self-assuredness often grow with age. As we enter our 50s, 60s, 70s, and beyond, it is valuable to assess whether or not our inner well-being is being conveyed by our fashion choices. Don’t settle for outfits that make you feel frumpy and invisible! By following these simpl... more ...

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    Delicious Autumn Breakfasts
    As the days grow cold and grey, many of us find it increasingly difficult to drag ourselves out of bed in the morning. A warm, delicious breakfast packed with autumnal flavors is the perfect panacea for this all-too-common predicament.With ingredients ranging from crisp, freshly-harvested apples to ... more ...

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    Ultra-Inspiring Senior Athletes
    Did you know that most Senior Olympic athletes only began exercising or training on a regular basis after hitting middle age? Studies have shown that the “fitness age” of the average Senior Olympian is more than 20 years lower than his or her biological age! Don’t let your bod... more ...

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    Activism: How to Get Involved
    The modern era is one of great political, social, and cultural upheaval. With so much going on in the world, many of us feel overwhelmed by the apparent hopelessness of remedying these widespread problems and injustices. Instead of turning a blind eye to these pressing issues, however, it is im... more ...