On the front page of the New York Times today, there is a story about on the potential of a "major change" in the criteria for the diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease. If adopted, the new guidelines would launch a new movement on diagnosing - and eventually treating - the disease that affects so many…
I came across this article on USNews.com today that discusses a very informational (and helpful) video called "Reinventing Retirement" from Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. The video is actually part of a series of panel discussions all moderated by former ABC News anchor Charles Gibson. This one…
Check out these tips from AARP on how to write about your life story, whether it be a memoir, personal essay, or something entirely different. This simple advice can send you on your way to a beautiful piece to share with your loved ones, or a best-selling book to share with the world! Here's one:
Remember the smash hit Titanic from James Cameron in 1997? How many times did you see it in the theater? - and can you believe it's been so long since you did? Well, check out this milestone that the LA Times reports: Gloria Stuart (who played the elder Rose in the movie) turned 100 this weekend!…
At this time of year, all I can seem to think about is getting outside and enjoying the summer while it lasts! This article from the New York Times online just gave me one more reason to want to get out.
According to several news stories, including this one from USA Today, many Americans are hitting the road this weekend! AAA projects that about 34.9 million people are venturing at least 50 miles from home, up 17% from 2009! They also project that 90 percent of those traveling will be traveling by…
So you've planned your summer vacation to the beach, right? Maybe to a theme park with the family? Maybe hiking in the mountains? No matter what you've planned for the summertime, did you ever think that you might actually have to make yourself relax? Check out this very interesting article this…
Check out this great story on MediaPost.com today. The article is all about the boomer generation once again catching the eye of the marketer. Those boomers sure have buying power and they aren't afraid to use it. So why did marketers ever lose interest?
We told you last week that June is Home Safety Month - and here is today's tip from AARP.org. This one might be particularly of interest to remember because of the unpredictable weather that this year has brought already.
Is your job at one of the "third of U.S. companies" to offer financial incentives for losing weight and getting healthy? Check out this story from USA Today that I found highly interesting - mostly because I would definitely be swayed to hit the gym for a little cash incentive!