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Pandemic Quiet Provided a Contrast to Our Noisy Life
Posted on August 19, 2021 - As stay-at-home orders went into place, the streets were virtually deserted. Businesses and industries suspended production. Airlines canceled flights. Live music at bars and concert arenas ceased. Even the 4th of July fireworks were called off. That resulted in a quieter world! Massachusetts General Hospital cardiologist told the American Heart Association that at the beginning of the shutdown, human-created noise was cut by half, an unprecedented quieting.
Older Drivers Embrace Self-Driving Vehicles and Ride-Hailing Services
Posted on August 17, 2021 - The National Council on Aging says that when it comes to certain modern alternatives to driving, more older adults these days say they’re on board!
Your Medications: True or False?
Posted on August 12, 2021 - Prescription and nonprescription drugs help seniors manage a variety of health conditions. They preserve both life and quality of life. Of course, they only work if we take them properly. How much do you know about your medications?
Keeping Your Brain Active May Delay Alzheimer's Dementia by Five Years
Posted on August 10, 2021 - The American Academy of Neurology reports that brain exercise—cards, games, puzzles and so forth—might stave off dementia for up to five years. And it’s never too late to start.
Are Your Eyes Feeling Dry?
Posted on August 5, 2021 - This summer, smoke from wildfires in the western U.S. has traveled many miles, spreading over much of the country. Even people who live far away from the conflagrations are reporting eye discomfort.
