Tips to Prevent Accidents at Home
Getting older brings many things. Wisdom, memories, and experience are good examples. Unfortunately, getting older also brings increased risk of accidents and injuries, even in the supposed safety of our homes. Falling is a common cause of injury among older Americans, resulting in over 8 million trips to the emergency room for nonfatal injuries. Recognizing and taking steps to...Read More
Sandy and Ellie’s Excellent Adventure: Two 81-Year-Olds Travel the World in 80 Days
Sandy Hazelip and Ellie Hambry wanted to do something special to celebrate their 80 th birthdays. When Sandy proposed a unique adventure for their milestones, her friend was immediately thrilled with the idea: to travel the world in 80 days for their 80 th birthday. The COVID-19 pandemic may have stalled the two friends’ whirlwind trip, but only briefly. After all, the two met in...Read More
Bruce Springsteen Falls on Stage, Band and Crew Rush to HelpBruce Springsteen Falls on Stage, Band and Crew Rush to Help
One of his biggest hits is “Tougher Than the Rest”, and Bruce Springsteen proved his resilience on stage on May 25. During a concert with The E Street Band at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam, the 73-old rocker took a tumble while climbing a flight of stairs as the band launched into the hit song “Ghosts.” The singer and his guitar crashed to the ground,...Read More
Who Knew Typing Could Cause Such Agony? How To Manage Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Ever feel a strange numbness, tingling, burning, or pain in your hand? Or experience occasional shock-like sensations that radiate to your thumb and index, middle, and ring fingers? These are potential symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. The pain can be extreme and persistent. The condition occurs when the ligament that runs across the top of your wrist swells and presses on the nerves. The...Read More