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How’s Your Handwashing Technique?
Posted on March 17, 2020 - It’s always a good idea to practice proper handwashing technique, and most of us know we should do it. Handwashing lowers the risk of many types of disease. But with the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak, there’s new emphasis on this very important way to stop the spread of the disease, which is especially dangerous for older adults.
UN health agency warns against coronavirus COVID-19 criminal scams
Posted on March 11, 2020 - The UN reminds us that con artists often take advantage of current events to create new scams. The COVID-19 outbreak is no exception! Remind loved ones to avoid an epidemic of fraud.
Your guide to understanding COVID-19
Posted on March 9, 2020 - PBS provides a primer to all things coronavirus.
Are Your Devices Making You Lazy?
Posted on March 4, 2020 - The CDC just published a new study showing most people in the U.S. fail to get enough exercise. What’s their excuse? For many, it’s “I don’t have enough time!” Yet, the study found, many of us are finding enough time to hunch over our smartphones, play video games into the night, or binge our favorite TV shows. For inspiration to turn over a new leaf, continue reading!
Mediterranean diet promotes gut bacteria linked to ‘healthy aging’ in older people
Posted on March 3, 2020 - March Is National Nutrition Month. A research team from University College Cork in Ireland has found yet another reason that following the well-known Mediterranean diet is a good idea as we grow older!
