Oct 31 2017
By Dr. Glenn Mollette A happier life is an active life. Doing nothing does not generate much in the realm of feeling good about yourself and is detrimental to your health. A friend of mine reflected on his career and often six day work weeks and said, “Those were the happiest days of my life.” …
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Oct 26 2017
By Dr. Glenn Mollette Most of us believe in prevention but we don’t always practice it. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure we’ve heard before. The best way to keep a car healthy is faithful service. Changing the oil, taking care of the transmission and replacing parts are all part …
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Oct 24 2017
The Social Security Administration announced today that through a collaboration with the Social Security Office of Inspector General (OIG) and the United States Department of Justice (DOJ), it is planning to expand its successful Fraud Prosecution Project to 33 United States Attorneys’ Offices nationally. This project has led to the prosecution of multiple instances …
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Oct 16 2017
Retirement isn’t what it used to be-a time for taking it easier in our old age and avoiding the stress and excitement of the workaday world. Maybe it’s because we are living longer than ever before making retirement a pricey option. Then again, perhaps the miracles of modern medicine can make us more energetic …
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Oct 11 2017
The scammers never sleep. In the last few days the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office has received calls about various versions of scams. 1. Someone supposedly from a local business calls a resident and the business’ real phone number appears in caller ID. It really isn’t from the business it is a scammer using the name …
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Sep 26 2017
‘With age come new vulnerabilities that can make any of us susceptible to elder abuse, says AMAC ‘It is no longer unusual for us to live to be as old as 80, 90 and 100 years or more’ Reports of physical and financial abuse of the elderly are on the rise throughout the country. It’s …
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Sep 12 2017
When it comes to emergency and natural disaster preparation, clean, uncontaminated water should be top-of-mind. September, which is National Preparedness Month, is an ideal time for individuals and families to make certain that they will be able to hydrate safely throughout the duration of an emergency. Natural disasters, such as tornadoes, floods and hurricanes, can …
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Sep 07 2017
The Federal Trade Commission is warning consumers about a flood insurance scam targeting those that have been affected by Hurricane Harvey. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), homeowners and renters are getting fraudulent robocalls telling them their flood premiums are past due. Don’t respond to these robocalls. If you have flood insurance and …
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Aug 28 2017
Better Business Bureau and BBB Wise Giving Alliance are advising people to help as much as they can in the Hurricane Harvey relief efforts, but to do so with caution and make sure their donations get to the people who need it most. “The devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey prompts us to want to do …
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Aug 09 2017
On August 21, 2017, the first solar eclipse will hit the mainland United States since 1979. The path of the solar eclipse will go directly through Wyoming and many areas of the state are expected to be among the best spots in the country to view the eclipse along the “path of totality” (the area …
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Aug 01 2017
The Colorado Optometric Association stresses visiting an optometrist for comprehensive eye care As America gears up for the upcoming solar eclipse, there are a few vital points to remember when it comes to protecting your eyes and those of your loved ones. The two most important things to keep in mind are that …
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Jul 03 2017
‘Colorado Field Guide’ designed to take Coloradans and visitors to less-traveled areas The Colorado Tourism Office (CTO) offers a new initiative that is aimed at inspiring travelers to explore the state’s hidden gems and carry their dollars to less-visited destinations in the state. The new Colorado Field Guide launched with an online collection of three- …
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