Category Archives: Something Special

Ageism is a prejudice that’s particularly damaging because not only does it “pit us against our future selves,” but it has economic and social consequences, especially in the post-COVID workplace. 

You may have heard of “advanced directives” before, legal documents that allow someone to articulate what medical interventions they do or do not want performed on them, such as CPR or being put on a ventilator.  It can be an … Continue reading →

While most people are aware of the standard recommendation to drink eight glasses of water per day, new research from the National Institute of Health suggests that adequate hydration can help to prevent chronic illness and extend one’s lifespan.

When entering the new year, many choose a word or phrase to guide them through the first months. The editor-in-chief of British Vogue, Edward Enninful, has chosen the word strength for the the 2023 vision of the magazine. Naturally, their … Continue reading →

Two new reports from the Centers for Disease Control show that drug and alcohol abuse are having an increasingly deadly impact on seniors in the United States, similar to their effect on youth. In 2020, more than 5,000 people aged 65 … Continue reading →

  This time in December is typically associated with festive parties, holiday celebrations and all the joys and stresses that come along with them. But a surprising addition to December antics for many people is cardiac arrest. Research published by … Continue reading →