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Make a Holiday Food Safety List and Check It Twice
Posted on December 11, 2018 - Days before Thanksgiving this year, government agencies warned of an outbreak of Salmonella bacteria in turkey products. And were you one of the many cooks who ended up throwing away the romaine lettuce that was earmarked for the salad after the E. coli scare? These two warnings right in a row might make us alert to food safety practices during holiday gatherings this year. It’s prime time for foodborne illness outbreaks, so check out these three last-minute reminders:
For Older Adults, Does Eating Enough Protein Help Delay Disability?
Posted on December 6, 2018 - The American Geriatrics Society says seniors tend to have a lower protein intake than younger people—and that could hasten physical decline.
Helping Senior Loved Ones Feel Connected During the Holidays
Posted on December 4, 2018 - Research shows that loneliness is a real threat to the health of older adults. And “the most wonderful time of the year” can be a time when they more acutely feel loss and a lack of inclusion. To find six great tips for making the season more festive for elders, read “Helping Senior Loved Ones Feel Connected During the Holidays.”
3 surprising risks of poor posture
Posted on November 29, 2018 - “Stand up straight,” Mom used to tell us. She was definitely on to something—and Harvard Medical School experts offer some advantages of good posture that you might not have considered!
Poor oral health linked to higher blood pressure, worse blood pressure control
Posted on November 27, 2018 - Could flossing bring down your blood pressure? The American Heart Association recently shed light on the connection between oral health and hypertension.
