By Neeru Bakshi, M.D., Adult Psychiatrist, The Moore Center Guest Blogger Among the myths about eating disorders is that eating disorders only affect teenage girls or young women. The truth is that eating disorders affect both men and women of all ages. A 2012 study published in the “International Journal... Read more →
Amy Blitchok of the Modern Senior is the host for this week’s Best of Boomer Blogs #333. This week’s blog roundup is packed full of useful information and some great deals. It looks like the colder weather has boomer bloggers thinking about health, family, and moving on. Be sure to... Read more →
Will you be attending a parade or community event? Visiting a cemetery? Going out to dinner? Enjoying a day at home? Shopping? Working? If you need ideas for activities on Veterans Day, see the article "Tips for Veterans Day 2013." If you’re a veteran, the article lists some businesses that... Read more →
One World Technologies is recalling Ryobi P113 dual chemistry battery chargers – about 578,000 in the United States and 49,000 in Canada. The chargers can malfunction, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers, the company and U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said. One World Technologies has received 25 reports of... Read more →
Veterans Day, which became a national holiday in 1938, is a day to recognize the contributions of the nation’s veterans. It was formerly called Armistice Day. The Armistice of 1918, ending World War I, was signed on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. In 1954,... Read more →
On or around Veterans Day, businesses across America are offering free or discounted items to veterans and active duty military service members. The following companies are among those participating, according to a list on the Kiplinger website. Most require proof of service, a valid military ID, or wearing a uniform.... Read more →
For years, I helped my mom and dad as they got older. While it was an honor and a privilege, it could also, at times, be stressful and heartbreaking. The photo is of my folks and me after my dad retired. Caregiving is a big issue for baby boomers. For... Read more →
Although baby boomers are getting older, they continue to be interested in fulfilling their dreams for improved health and fitness and establishing their dream vocation and financial state. Karen D. Austin, on her blog, The Generation Above Me, gives a report on what baby boomer bloggers are saying about boomer... Read more →
SAC Capital Advisors, one of the nation's largest hedge funds, has agreed to pay $1.8 billion, the largest insider-trading penalty in history, to resolve insider-trading charges. Under the agreement, which is subject to court approval, SAC will plead guilty to each count in an indictment filed in July charging SAC... Read more →
Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiaries will pay more than $2.2 billion to resolve charges related to the prescription drugs Risperdal, Invega, and Natrecor, including promotion for uses not approved as safe and effective by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and payment of kickbacks. Risperdal and Invega are anti-psychotic... Read more →