Does a child you know and love have selective mutism?
By Sharon Longo
Contributing Writer
REGION - Any grandparent or great-aunt or uncle knows how much fun it is to visit with their grandchild, great-niece or...
Dealing with grief can involve a variety of approaches
By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer
REGION - There is something so debilitating about dealing with a loss, whether it’s sudden or expected. The range of...
Study ties reading books to longer life
By Colin McCandless, Contributing Writer
REGION - If you want to stay healthy and live longer, research shows that eating a nutritious diet and maintaining...
Discover the art of spoon carving
By Sandi Barrett, Contributing Writer
REGION - When you find a small, beautiful block of wood, is your first thought―that would make a great spoon?...
eternalHealth offers a unique choice for Medicare members
By Liz Nolan
Contributing Writer
REGION - Healthcare can be complicated and expensive, especially for those eligible for Medicare. Boston-based eternalHealth’s founder Pooja Ika is determined...
Veteran Boston DJ has also chronicled the rock world as an author
By Brett Peruzzi, Managing Editor
BOSTON – Legendary Boston radio DJ Carter Alan originally wanted to be a music writer at a major newspaper. But...
Fifty Plus Advocate November 2022
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Unusual museums make for some offbeat outings
By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer
REGION - Massachusetts, in part because of its long-standing history, has long been a bastion of significant and important museums....
Preventing and treating back pain
By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer
REGION - Back pain for older people is not unusual. But managing it can be difficult because it’s often characterized...
Higher interest rates are a double-edged sword
By Sharon Longo, Contributing Writer
REGION - Having some money set aside may provide a sense of security, but many people often feel insecure when...