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September is World Alzheimer's Month, a time to raise awareness and challenge stigmas around Alzheimer's and dementia. According to the Alzheimer's Association, 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's, and it's estimated that nearly 13 million will be diagnosed with the condition by 2050.While an Alzheimer's or dementia diagnosis can seem scary, many patients can continue to live healthy and fulfilling lives in the comfort of their own homes. In fact, a study published in the BMC Geriatrics…

Kids and teenagers nationwide are starting a new school year, which offers parents a chance to evaluate the ways they can support and encourage their children to help them succeed. Parents play an active role in their child's education, especially as it pertains to subjects that have increased importance within a student's curriculum.In recent years, there has been an emphasis among science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education, as it provides students with hands-on learning that can…

Looking to add more fruits and vegetables to your meals, but feeling uninspired? The key is to tap into your current eating habits and find simple ways to add them into the mix.A recent report, Hacks To Habits: A Behavioral Research Study To Bolster Fruit & Vegetable Consumption, showed that piggybacking off moments in time when people are already eating or enjoying other foods they love can present an opportunity to increase fruit and vegetable consumption. The report found 40% of high-medium vegetable…

If you have kids in school plus parents who need more help as they're aging, you may be part of the population called the "sandwich generation." Basically, your days are overflowing with tasks like making lunches, chauffeuring kids to activities and homework help — while also taking care of parents or other elderly relatives. While it can be rewarding to know you're making a difference in the lives of those you love, it can also be a lot to manage. When it comes to older relatives who rely on you,…

Hurricane season is here. Are you and your home ready?The 2023 Atlantic hurricane season goes from June 1 to Nov. 30. After several particularly active hurricane seasons, the need to be prepared is top of mind.These powerful storms can unleash devastating winds, torrential rains, storm surges and tornadoes — all causing extensive damage. There are important actions you can take now to help protect your family and property in case you’re impacted by these powerful forces of nature.Preparing your home…

What would you do if your power went out? An hour or two may be fine for most people, but a day, week or more can have a significant effect on your livelihood. And not only are power outages inconvenient, but they can be dangerous, especially for people with medical devices that require a power source.As hurricane season advances, homeowners across the country are thinking about the real possibility of power loss. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is forecasting 12 to 17 total named…