We’re seeing evidence of Ageism right now with this year’s election. All over the media, John Mc Cain is being questioned for his ability to lead a country due to his age. Here is a video that makes me sad to think that this is is happening still. Our culture is so youth-oriented that we… [Continue Reading]
*credit: www.soundmedicine.iu.edu Pneumococcal disease can cause sickness and death and kills more people in the U.S. every year than any other vaccine-preventable disease. The elderly, the very young, and those with health problems (alcoholism, HIV, certain cancers, diabetes, heart and lung disease) are at increased risk. What does it do? Here are some relevant facts:… [Continue Reading]
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