October 30, 2026

All Aboard for a Healthy Cruise!

Getting ready for your next cruise? We’ve prepared a list of things to do to make sure you stay healthy, hydrated and happy while on your journey. Before Your Cruise Update vaccinations: make sure all mandatory vaccinations are...
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October 29, 2026

How to Remove Earwax Safely

Do your ears feel clogged up? Your ears usually clean themselves by moving earwax outward. Sometimes earwax may build up faster than your ear can clean it out. Before you reach for the Q-Tip, consider this: Putting a...
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October 26, 2026

Skincare Tips for Older Adults

Younger folks often have a good skincare routine. My daughter and nieces have all mentioned skincare at one time or another. In fact, they have inspired me to become more diligent about it myself. As we age, our...
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September 28, 2026

Protecting Our Pets from Rabies

September 28th is World Rabies Day. To commemorate this day, we’re putting the spotlight on our furry friends. By understanding rabies, we can do our part to keep our pets safe. So how do our pets get rabies...
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September 26, 2026

A Pharmacist’s Take on Home Remedies

Now that back-to-school season is upon us, I like to take stock of home remedies. Usually, we keep a stock of chicken soup, just in case one of the kids wakes up and feels under the weather. Not...
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September 9, 2026

First Aid That Ages Well

On September 9th, we celebrate World First Aid Day! To commemorate this day, we’ve put together a guide to creating a first-aid kit for older adults. Having a first-aid kit as an older adult not only helps you...
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September 5, 2026

Everything to Know About Acne in Older Women

September is Acne Awareness Month. While we’ve covered acne before, we want to focus on acne in older women. Contrary to popular belief, acne isn’t just a phase from puberty. It can also extend (or reappear) as you...
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August 22, 2026

The Compounding Queen Explores Bentonite Clay

Have you ever heard of bentonite clay? It’s a natural clay that has a fine, soft texture that forms a paste when mixed with water. I first heard of this clay because it’s found in lots of skincare...
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August 18, 2026

Which Fruits to Eat When You Have IBS

If you have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), you might be tempted to reach for the fruit bowl. While fruit isn’t a bad choice, certain fruits can end up triggering an ISB flare-up. This leads to the question: why...
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August 12, 2026

Give Your Knees a Leg Up

We often take our knees for granted. However, thanks to our knees, we can perform various movements. Unfortunately, the knee is also prone to pain, injury, and many forms of arthritis. Thankfully, there are ways to minimize the...
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August 7, 2026

When Should You Eat Your Meals?

Who doesn’t love a good meal? I always make sure I have breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day. However, lately I have been wondering, when exactly is the best time to eat each meal? When it comes to...
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August 4, 2026

Growing Older… and Shorter?

As I get older, I feel like I’m not as tall as I used to be. Whenever I am walking side by side with my son, I feel shorter. A bit of height loss is normal as we...
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July 28, 2026

The Attic Called. It’s Full.

Many baby boomers, like my parents, are discovering that the belongings they spent decades collecting are no longer in demand. As they downsize, younger generations often prefer smaller homes, simpler lifestyles, and experiences over inherited furniture, china, collectibles,...
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July 28, 2026

Staying Hydrated During a Heatwave

Lately, our temperatures have been up and down like a yo-yo. When the weather heats up, staying hydrated is essential. That means not only drinking enough water, but also eating water-rich foods and recognizing the signs of dehydration....
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July 24, 2026

Summer Reading: Not Just for Kids

If you have grandchildren, they may be doing summer reading. Did you know that even as adults, there are many benefits to doing our own “summer reading?” According to Psychology Today, reading is good for our attention span....
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