A poem called “The Crabby Old Man” has made the rounds for years. It turns out the story behind the poem is not accurate, but it still contains a useful message. He may seem crabby, but the man is simply feeling lonely, isolated, invisible, and depressed.
My dad had shingles and ended up with unrelenting nerve pain. That’s why I didn’t hesitate to get the new shingles vaccine. Neither did my husband. It’s not the only vaccine recommended for adults. We’ve got the whole list for you.
Can’t say no? It’s high time to start — before you risk getting sick. Catching Health has some expert advice on how to make room for yourself in your daily schedule.
Find yourself forgetting more lately? Maybe what you need is a little exercise. Research shows that going for a brisk walk may help improve memory.
Research shows that too much stress may affect memory. What happens and what can you do to reduce stress? Find out in this Catching Health blog post.
It’s obvious that your parent is no longer safe on the road, but you freeze when it comes to having the conversation. Read this and you’ll understand how important it is to act.
More than 3 million cases of mono are diagnosed every year. The majority are teenagers, but you might be surprised at how many people over 40 get the virus.
If you often get a belly ache after eating certain foods, you might have irritable bowel syndrome or IBS. For some relief, try this low FODMAP salad recipe.
Today, we’re cooking up some sweet potatoes. Another food I didn’t try until I was older. I’m so glad I finally did because I love how they taste. And as a source of nutrition, they pack a wallop. Check out this list of benefits: Rich in beta-carotene, which is an important antioxidant. Low in sodium. No fat. High […]
December first is my father’s birthday. He would have been 88 years old. December 10 will mark the sixth anniversary of his death. Army Lt. Col. Robert Alphonso Swett, Jr. Yes, I am a proud daughter and yes, I miss him terribly. But, I am not here to recount the significant accomplishments he achieved during […]
