How to support the caregivers in your life
(SST) November is National Family Caregivers month. For millions of Americans, it is more than a page on the calendar. Caregiving is a daily part of their lives. It is important to recognize the …
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Nervous about driving in winter? Try this hack and forget the forecast
(SST) There's a decent chance you drove the wrong tires last winter. Fortunately, there's still time to install the right set before snow and ice arrive this year.The wrong tires?Many Americans enter the winter …
Three reasons to adopt a pet right now
(SST) If you've always wanted an animal companion, or even if you already have a dog or cat but have room for more, now is the perfect time to adopt a pet. While there …
Home modifications for independence
(SST) Being safe and comfortable at home is a large part of living well. Home modifications and repairs can help everyone prevent accidents and maintain an independent lifestyle, especially older adults and people with …
Getting Back on Course: What One Survivor Wants You to Know About Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Sorry, but your browser does not support the video tag. (SST) It was a Sunday evening when Steve Ryan and his then 15-year-old daughter Kaitlin decided to head to the golf course to practice …
5 skills for successfully turning ideas into reality
(SST) People across the world have tackled immense challenges since the start of the global COVID-19 pandemic, from social isolation to financial burdens, in a distanced and digitally enabled world. As a result, many …
Home generators 101: How to keep lights on when weather strikes
(SST) Like most Americans, you've probably been living, learning and working from home more than ever, which means you need power all day long - for your HVAC system to your internet connection and, …
Can you help? Blood and plasma supplies low nationwide
(SST) From surgeries to emergencies, life-saving therapeutics, and beyond, blood and plasma are essential for hospitals and health care centers to help patients. Unfortunately, experts report facilities throughout the country are facing critical shor...
5 tips for caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s
(SST) Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's can be rewarding, but has its challenges. Early diagnosis, having open communication and doing some simple activities can significantly help in caring for a loved one …
Free services help military members who experience sexual trauma
(SST) Military sexual trauma (MST) refers to a service member's experience with sexual assault or sexual harassment at any point during military service. This could be anything from inappropriate jokes or lewd comments to …