Category: Aging Fiercely!
Happy Harriet Tubman Day!
Harriet Tubman Day honors a Fierce woman who was the first to lead an armed mission during a raid at Combahee Ferry in South Carolina. She freed hundreds of enslaved people, returning 13 times to the South.
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The Wrong Massage Can Harm Lymphedema Patients
By Anneliese Bruner My legs swell uncontrollably unless I monitor and manage them closely. You...
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Dr. Ro: Fruit & Veggies Are ‘Fountain of Youth’ Foods
Dr. Ro says that if you’re interested in the fountain of youth, the simple secret can be on...
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9 Ways to Get More Sleep and Protect Your Heart
Your risk of heart attack is lower if your bedtime is consistent and sufficient. However, if you...
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Extending ‘Healthspan’ — Brain Scientists Tap Into Secrets of Living Well Longer
By Sharon Jayson AUSTIN, Texas — Retired state employees Vickey Benford, 63, and Joan Caldwell,...
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Parenting Your Parents When They Don’t Want Help
How adult children communicate with parents can go a long way toward easing tensions. Instead of telling your parent what to do, ask how they’d prefer to solve problems. Elicit their priorities and recognize their values when making suggestions.
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Resolution Reality Check: 5 Goals That You Can Hit!
The good news is that you’re 10 times more likely to keep a New Year’s resolution than...
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Barbara Hillary, 1st Black Woman to Visit North and South Poles, Dies at 88
Not one for boring trips with boring people, Barbara Hillary became hooked on adventure travel...
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A Peace Corps for Caregiving
By Judith Graham Imagine a government program that would mobilize volunteers to help older adults...
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For Meshelle, Laughter Really Is the Best Medicine
Meshelle the Indie Mom of Comedy tells Fierce fitness adviser Dr. Ro how she stays fit — and how...
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Jessye Norman: Farewell to a Down-to-Earth Diva
Jessye Norman would be thrilled by the four-day celebration of her life in Augusta, Georgia, the...
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When Is It Time to Take an Elder’s Cell Phone?
Whether it’s the keys or the keyboard, family members must be vigilant about safety — and...
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Coping With COVID-19: Click Below for Healthy Tips
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Inequality Is an Underlying COVID-19 Risk Factor
African Americans are contracting the coronavirus at an alarming rate, accounting for up to 70% of deaths in some areas. Is there hope? Yes, there are things that we can do, Dr. Melissa Clark explains. Click here to read.
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