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While doctors endure intensive education and training, that may not always be enough. There is a world of difference between textbook learning and the unpredictability of real-life practice, and even ... Read More

For seniors and other people with disabilities, wheelchair ramps and other home modifications can help them be more independent and stay in their homes longer. A reader asked if Medicare ... Read More

Did you know that falling down is the leading cause of injury death in adults over age 65? Over the past several years, the frequency of preventable injuries among ... Read More

The Barbie doll has had her 50th birthday, making her a baby boomer--or at least a boomer doll. Barbie was the must-have doll soon after she was released in 1959, ... Read More

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I really enjoy people who have a good sense of humor, and retirement community resident Jerry Guralsky fits the bill. Here's what Jerry has to say about himself: "I was born ... Read More