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While the news about the coronavirus and older adults continues to be worrisome, what’s also disturbing is the continued presence of ageist stereotypes and our portrait of older adults during the coronavirus pandemic. In fact, as a group of noted geriatricians and gerontologists recently proclaimed, “Older adults have shown remarkable…

Given the heat of summer and the masks that likely now cover parts of your face, what’s happened to your make-up routine? Have you totally abandoned your cosmetic case or have you shifted to just focusing on your eyes? Are you now a minimalist or maximalist when it comes to…

The United States has the dubious distinction of spending much more on health care than other countries, yet experiences worse health outcomes and lower life expectancies. In fact, in the opinion of one family medicine physician, we actually have “a disease care industry not a health care industry.” That is,…

It may be difficult at this moment to stay upbeat and positive, given all of the challenges we’re facing as both individuals and within larger communities. Even in normal times, scientists tell us that out of the 50 – 70,000 subconscious thoughts we have each day, 80% of those are…

Right now, many of us are looking for whatever advice or edge we can find to keep ourselves healthy and avoid infection from the coronavirus (or at least limit its severity should we become infected). Recent reports have raised the question as to whether Vitamin D could be one more…

By agebuzz Contributing Editor Julie Buyon   As a wise friend said, “The unexpected happens when you least expect it, so being prepared can bring great peace of mind.” Folks who live in areas that are regularly at risk for natural disasters, such as hurricanes, seasonal flooding, or tornados, know to have…