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Taking Notice
By Jamie MartinWhen we stop to focus on what we can do and what is good, we can find reason to hope.
Covid-19
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PUMPING IRONY: Keep Calm and Carry On
By Craig CoxRecent research suggests the elderly are coping more effectively than their younger peers with the emotional challenges of the pandemic. In my case, at least, that may have more to do with conditions and coincidence than acquired wisdom.
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PUMPING IRONY: A Dose of Reality
By Craig CoxAll indications suggest seniors may be wise to temper their expectations about a forthcoming COVID-19 vaccine.
Could Masks Help Build Immunity?
By Michael DregniIt's all about the "viral inoculum theory," according to infectious-disease experts.
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PUMPING IRONY: Salutary Side Effects?
By Craig CoxNon-COVID hospital admissions have dropped precipitously since the pandemic struck, leading some to suggest our precautions have somehow made us healthier. I have my doubts.
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PUMPING IRONY: Location, Location, Location
By Craig CoxMany factors affect our access to healthcare, but new research suggests that where we choose to live may actually enhance — or limit — our lifespan.
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PUMPING IRONY: Trials and Tribulations
By Craig CoxElderly Americans who volunteer for drug trials seldom make the cut. That makes it more difficult for researchers to know just how their new product will work for folks who often need it the most.
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PUMPING IRONY: Statins and Suspicions
By Craig CoxRecent research suggests cholesterol-reducing drugs may be safer than once thought and offer cancer- and COVID-fighting benefits. So, why do I remain unconvinced?
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The Table
By Bahram AkradiA call for alignment on a global scale — for the good of our planet and future generations.
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PUMPING IRONY: Locked Out
By Craig CoxWhile COVID-19 has exacted a huge toll on those coping with a chronic disease, few have suffered more than older adults struggling with dementia.
- Fitness Tips -
Does Exercise Boost the Immune System?
By Craig CoxExercise is an immune booster, but if you've been exposed to or are recovering from COVID-19, you might want to take it easy, according to a recent analysis.
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A Dose of Uncertainty
By Craig CoxAs we wait impatiently for a COVID-19 vaccine to free us from the current pandemic, a recent survey indicates surprising skepticism, and healthcare experts suggest we temper our expectations.
- Personal Development -
A Different Kind of Recovery
By Jamie MartinIn tough times, we tend to move through distinct phases of coping before learning to move ahead.
- General Health -
Why T Cells in Your Immune System May Be Your Strongest COVID-19 Defense
By Michael DregniCoronavirus antibodies might not be long-lasting, but the latest research has found new hope for battling the virus — your adaptive T cells. And it may lead the way to a vaccine.
- Functional Medicine -
5 Ways to Boost Your Immunity
By Michael DregniLifestyle factors — like exercise and nutrition — can boost your immunity.
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PUMPING IRONY: The Perils of Normalcy
By Craig CoxSix months into the current pandemic, I realize I’ve begun to forget the lessons it’s been trying to teach me.
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Exercise Can Boost Immunity and May Reduce Risk of COVID-19
By Craig CoxNew guidelines by the American College of Sports Medicine recommend exercise as a strategy to avoid a severe case of the virus.
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PUMPING IRONY: Faulty Connections
By Craig CoxThe current pandemic has sparked a boom in telemedicine, but a new study notes the many reasons why it’s not a viable option for many seniors.
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How to Relieve Stress During a Pandemic
By Kaelyn RileyYou may be experiencing a chronic state of stress activation known as “allostatic load.” Our experts offer five techniques to help you de-stress and re-center.
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PUMPING IRONY: The Kids Are Alright?
By Craig CoxSome evidence suggests that young people are carrying the virus into their multigenerational households, triggering the pandemic’s recent surge. Does that mean we should cancel visits from our grandson?
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PUMPING IRONY: Calm Amid the Storm
By Craig CoxA pair of new studies suggests that my geezer compatriots — those of us who are still alive, anyway — are actually coping with the pandemic a lot better than you might expect.