My grandfather came to Ellis Island in 1914 from what we believe is now the NW corner of Ukraine. He served in the US Armed Forces in World War I and I'm sure would be heartbroken...
Is Kindness Good For Your Health?
Is there a health benefit to random acts of kindness? Recent research seems to indicate putting other's well being before ours has some positive rewards. One study revealed those that donated money felt less pain with...
No Surprise Act- One Less Medical Surprise
The No Surprises Act was implemented January 2022 which hopefully will eliminate many surprise medical bills like the one I received from a hospital ER visit while on vacation. This from the cms.gov website: "Starting...
The Poinsettia Plant - An Unhealthy Seasonal Favorite?
Poinsettias are the most popular Christmas plant. Most Poinsettias are sold within a six-week period leading up to that holiday, representing some $60 million worth. The showy colored parts of Poinsettias that most people think...
Dog Owners Live Longer
Our family rescue dog just died but did he add years to our lives? A study published in the American Heart Association journal the Circulation reports "dog ownership was associated with a 24% risk reduction...