On December 31st, 2022, at the starting line of his final marathon, 53-year-old Gary McKee turned to the crowd of well-wishers and expressed his gratitude. Although the task he set himself had been challenging, the truly heroic thing was the donations that came in in support of his fundraiser –
Sink Your Teeth into this Amazing Story You’re probably very familiar with the old refrain from the dentist, “make sure to floss your teeth every day.” Unfortunately, research suggests that fewer than half of Americans do so daily. But flossing does have significant benefits and should be an important part
Phillip Jackson returned to his homeland the United Kingdom after living abroad in Australia for several decades. At 67, he thought the homecoming would be filled with reuniting with old friends and familiar places. Instead, to his surprise, he never felt more isolated or lonesome. He eventually realized many others
Retirement is meant to be joyful and relaxing. Creating a plan so you can live within your budget will help you avoid stress and have peace of mind about your finances. It’s essential to have a financial strategy to help you live your retirement comfortably and stay within your means
March 14 marks Pi Day, an annual celebration of the mathematical sign pi. March 14 was selected because the numerical date (3.14) represents the first three digits of pi. The date also happens to be Albert Einstein’s birthday. So what better way to mark the date than with some delicious pie? Namely,
Cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss and blindness in the world. Cataracts are a normal aspect of growing older. The condition blocks vision by making the lens of the eye opaque and causes cloudy vision. Even with the best eye health, most people will eventually develop cataracts.
On his first day as a centenarian, Robert “Bob” Munie got his birthday wish to return how he spent his years as a young man: serving his country. Munie, who now lives in an assisted living facility, told staff that his one wish for his 100th birthday was to reenlist
If that “New Year, New Me” resolution is proving to be more difficult to achieve than you anticipated, you’re not alone. In 2021, Approximately 67 million American adults made New Year’s resolutions to improve their health. Though the intentions were good, from adopting healthier lifestyles to enjoying life more, 18%
Simple gestures can make a big difference for all of us. Everyone appreciates a kind word, a comforting hug, or a warm and simple smile. National Random Acts of Kindness is celebrated every February 17 to remind us that even simple gestures and actions can have an important, positive impact
It’s February – American Heart Month – a time when the nation spotlights heart health and disease, the No. 1 killer of Americans. In many cases, heart disease is preventable. Adopting a healthful lifestyle can make all the difference. Below are the most important Do’s and Don’ts to lower your