Archives: February 2013

Overweight Seniors May Live Longer

Body weight does not necessarily correspond to longevity. According to a new report in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA),åÊ those carrying extra pounds outlive their thinner peers and those who were overweight at ages 65 and older, even those who were highly obese, had a lower mortality...

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Inforgraphic on Childproofing Your Home

This may not be totally relevant to readers; however, grandparents who have little children coming over could find it useful. Courtesy: HomeInsurance.org with this graphic.

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Four Ways to Engage High-Deductible Health Care Plans

Visiting the doctor, whether for a routine check-up or a life-saving procedure, has always been a source of anxiety for many, largely due to the many unknowns, big words, and frightening discoveries that the patient can encounter. While health insurance is intended to make health care more affordable, and it...

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Your Old When You Can’t Peform Everyday Activities According to New Study

Caregivers view elderly consumers as ‰ÛÏold‰Û when they can no longer perform everyday consumption activities on their own regardless of their actual age, according to a new study in the Journal of Consumer Research.åÊ ‰ÛÏConsumption activities such as shopping, preparing meals, doing housework, going to the doctor, taking medications, and...

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