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FAMILY LIFE When a loved one is diagnosed with a serious or life-limiting illness, the questions facing an individual or a family can be overwhelming. The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization recommends that people learn more about hospice as an important option before they are faced with a medical crisis. Hospice is not a […]
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WELL-BEING Whether it’s a new home, a promotion, or finding your soul mate, most people would agree that success can bring happiness. A study published in Psychological Bulletin from research conducted at the University of Missouri-Columbia has found that happiness and a positive attitude can lead to success. Researchers looked at data from several studies
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HEALTHY EATING Many people find that the holidays ruin their healthy eating plans. The sweet and high-calorie foods at family gatherings and parties can be hard to resist. After all, that pumpkin pie topped with whipped cream only comes once a year. Despite the many temptations, you can learn how to eat less. And, you
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WELL-BEING Traveling Americans are finding stricter airport screening, long waits, security checks, random searches-and you’re not even off the ground yet. Prepare yourself mentally and physically for the added stress. The Pennsylvania Medical Society offers these tips for avoiding airport anxiety: Know what to expect.Get information about airport rules from your travel agent, the airline,
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WORK LIFE Do you want to be your best at your job and avoid mistakes? There’s a healthy and simple way to do this: GET ENOUGH SLEEP. The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) says almost half of Americans said poor quality sleep affected their lives in the past seven days. And, many people report getting poor
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FAMILY LIFE Start talking about the upcoming school year. Listen closely for fears or concerns, advises Dr. Amie Duncan of Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. “It is important that parents listen to and respond to their child’s potential anxieties about the new school year, especially if they are making a big transition such as from an elementary
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WORK LIFE It can be tempting to skip your lunch break if you’re swamped. But taking a midday break can renew your energy and productivity through the afternoon and into the evening. Try these tips to make the most of your break: *Plan your afternoon.If you’re stressed about work, make a quick list of what
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WELL-BEING Tap into your company’s wellness program to help you make and achieve your New Year’s goals, suggests Alere Health. Identify your core values. Make a list of your core values-such as vitality, health, honesty, compassion, security-to get a sense of what is really important to you. Set your priorities. Target 3 or 4 of
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS Post-holiday stress during the gloomy days of winter can trigger stress or depression. Dr. E. Christine Moll, a mental health counselor, notes that relationships, finances, and physical demands can trigger stress. “When stress is at its peak, it’s hard to stop and regroup,” said Dr. Moll. “Take steps to help prevent normal
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SELF-CARE CORNER * Wash your hands with soap and water. * Shake the eyedrop container gently. Make sure the prescription is for you. Check to see how many drops you are to put in and when. * Remove the cap. Set it aside. Do not touch the dropper tip with your hand. * Tilt your
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