What the world needs now
Once upon a time, Ingrid and I were foreign language teachers on opposite sides of the Atlantic; over the years we have become the...
Don’t drink the pool water!
Question: I tell my youngest son not to swallow water from the pool every time we go swimming. While I know that it’s gross,...
Rural people most affected by negative health care trends
Recent studies about health care in America show troubling trends, especially in states with large rural and relatively low-income populations.While the United States continues...
Notes from a cluttered desk
My weekly schedule combined with the clutter on my desk made me sigh. Every seven days another article needs to be written, and the...
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It’s not even summer and parts of the country struggle with record highs. Hot weather is a big concern for older adults, especially those...
Administration preserves big-Pharma status quo
The headline in the Wall Street Journal seemed to sum up the president’s plans for dealing with America’s high drug prices. “Drug Industry Relieved...
Remembering, honoring Civil War’s black soldiers
Editor’s note: Urbana Mayor Bill Bean gave the following address at Oak Dale Cemetery during the city’s May 28 Memorial Day service.Even though I...
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The most frequent question asked by older adults and family caregivers: “Where can I find help for my parents/myself about elder care concerns? Sometimes...
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Close to 11.9 million American seniors opt-in to purchase a Medicare Supplement (Medigap) insurance plan. But to most, it’s a confusing process knowing which...
Lower your chance of developing tapeworms
Question: I just heard about an athlete who developed a tapeworm infection from eating raw fish. How is that possible? Answer: It actually is...