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Life
From travel and leisure to relationships, personal development, and far-flung activities, this section caters to individuals seeking inspiration, practical wisdom, and guidance for cultivating a balanced and enjoyable daily lifestyle. The goal is to equip readers with insightful ideas and expert tips for cultivating mindful enjoyment, enriching connections, and staying engaged with the possibilities each day presents—not just for getting by, but for learning to thrive with intention.
All Life Articles
Beyond COVID… The Age of Self-Testing
Not long ago, at-home health tests were only for pregnancy and glucose monitoring. But advances in understanding of the human genome have opened the door...
What I Would Do Over—If I Could
In spite of the many mistakes I have made throughout my life, I don’t live with regrets. Those mistakes—and the lessons learned—all made me who...
Make a Grand Entrance… for Your Home
The world is starting to open up again. Having guests over is slowly becoming a normal part of life, and that means focusing attention on...
Choosing a Vet for Your Best Friend
Fido feeling feverish? Getting him help might be harder than you expect these days, as the lingering aftereffects of the pandemic continue to take a...
How to Eat Meat Responsibly
It’s no secret that red meat, especially processed red meat, is not healthy when it makes up the lion’s share of your calories. What is...
Your Auto-Safety Tech Could Put You In Danger
Advanced automotive-safety systems—including automatic emergency braking and lane-keeping assistance—are unreliable when it’s raining. These systems’ cameras and sensors struggle to identify obstructions, pedestrians, road markings...
Hair-Loss Remedies
When topical minoxidil (Rogaine) was introduced in the late 1980s, it became an option for restoring thinning hair. The biggest problem was the greasy look...
Perfecting Your Performance
Former heavyweight boxer Mike Tyson once said, everyone has a plan—until they get punched in the mouth. When life is going well, it’s relatively easy...
Checking on Local Health Care
The quality of a state’s health-care system doesn’t tell the whole story. Sometimes what matters is what is available close to your home. Confirm there’s...
Best and Worst States for Retiree Health Care
Choosing where you will live in retirement isn’t just about picking a state with low taxes and lots of sunshine. As the years go by,...
Are You Taking Too Many Meds?
Mrs. George, a 74-year-old patient,* was taken to the hospital after suffering several falls. In addition to her recently diagnosed dementia, she had hypertension, depression,...
