Jun 14 2021
Shortages, booming demand are driving prices higher and sparking inflation fears! If you’ve bought gas, a car or a BLT from Joe’s recently, you already know that prices are rising. The consumer price index (CPI), the government’s main gauge of inflation, jumped 0.8 percent in April and 4.2 percent over the past year. It’s the …
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Jun 14 2021
It’s time to book the doctor’s appointments and health screenings you skipped during the pandemic. It’s official: Half of Americans are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Now a new health care hurdle: Reassuring people that it’s safe to return for recommended screenings, checkups and exams. Concerned …
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Jun 04 2021
“Getting a good night’s sleep comes highly recommended for the 50-plus population, particularly for the fastest growing segment of senior citizens, those over 65. In fact, it turns out that peaceful dozing overnight may not be enough for some seniors and that taking an afternoon nap may not only be good for toddlers, but can …
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May 28 2021
This Friday afternoon (5/28), Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park opened for the season. Due to melting snow on the road and the potential for freezing temperatures visitors should be prepared for icy conditions. Winter weather is forecast for higher elevations later this holiday weekend. Park visitors should be prepared to adjust travel …
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May 24 2021
America’s national debt now exceeds $123 trillion, according to a new report, or more than four times the official figure of $28 trillion, as calculated by the U.S. Treasury Department at the end of March 2021. Federal spending related to the CCP virus pandemic and economic lockdown added nearly $10 trillion to the total in …
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May 17 2021
Let’s change our language to reflect the Older Americans Month 2021 theme of Communities of Strength. This week marks the first week of Older Americans Month 2021, and it has a powerful theme: Communities of Strength. The text released from the Administration of Community Living, which sponsors the month, says: “Older adults have built resilience …
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May 10 2021
Planning on retiring single? You aren’t alone. Nearly 22 million Americans age 65 and older were unmarried in 2019, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, representing 41.5% of those in that age category. And for women, it’s more likely to be the case. According to the Administration on Aging, 54% of older women are unmarried, …
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May 04 2021
Unhealthy sleep can interfere with daily activities and is associated with lower quality of life and risk of chronic disease, such as diabetes and obesity. There is a connection with poor sleep and unhealthy weight gain because sleep regulates hormones that tell your body when you are hungry and signals when you feel full. This …
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Apr 26 2021
All veterans, their spouses and caregivers can soon get COVID-19 vaccinations from Veterans Affairs (VA) under the Save Lives Act signed into law on March 24. Covered individuals can receive a vaccine from VA due to the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency. Under the bill, covered individuals are: • Veterans who are not eligible to …
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Apr 19 2021
by Dr. Glenn Mollette How do we solve the mass shootings? Do we take away all the guns? Or, do we require that every American carry a gun and be prepared to shoot back? Do we eliminate the assault rifles? Or, do we have more security guards at malls, grocery stores and work places carry …
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Apr 19 2021
Unused or expired prescription medications are a public safety issue and proper disposal of unused drugs can save lives and protect the environment. Many Colorado cities will help residents safely dispose of unused and expired prescription medications during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 24. The service is in partnership with the …
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Apr 13 2021
Unused or expired prescription medications are a public safety issue and proper disposal of unused drugs can save lives and protect the environment. Many Colorado cities will help residents safely dispose of unused and expired prescription medications during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 24. The service is in partnership with the …
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