The Bulletin

We know these life changes can be challenging. That’s why we’ve provided a variety of articles specifically written and curated to help you make the best choices for you and your family.

December 31, 2021

Medication and Supplement Interactions

Michael Schuh, Pharm.D., of the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, discusses potential medication ...

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woman taking pills. photo by motortion dreamstime. For article on medication and supplement interactions, esp. for people aging and using prescriptions and supplements to maintain health.
December 30, 2021

Cinnamon Muffins Made Easy with On-Hand Ingredients

If you’re someone who loves all things cinnamon, these muffins were made for you. They ...

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Cinnamon muffins Photo Pamela Mcadams Dreamstime 800x450
December 30, 2021

‘VSED’ to Hasten Death for the Terminally Ill

People diagnosed with chronic progressive diseases or terminal illnesses may despair at the possibility of ...

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caregiver and patient hold hands Photo by Robert Kneschke Dreamstime. For article on VSED - voluntarily stopping eating and drinking to hasten death
December 29, 2021

How Rising Cost of Living Will Affect Social Security

Finance expert Sandra Block of Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine looks at how a rising cost ...

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couple counting money in retirement Photo by Szefei Dreamstime. For article, How Rising Cost of Living Will Affect Social Security, including Medicare premiums
December 29, 2021

Stay Vital in Retirement with Mental Health Activism

Trish Lockard, co-author of Make a Difference with Mental Health Activism, addresses how retirees can ...

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two women working together on a sewing project. Photo by Imageegami Dreamstime. For article on how to use your hobbies and work experience in mental health activism
December 28, 2021

Ask Amy: Organizations That Send Unsolicited “Gifts”

Advice columnist Amy Dickinson addresses the ethics of responding to organizations that send unsolicited “gifts.” ...

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woman looking at mail Photo by Renaud Philippe Dreamstime. For article on Organizations That Send Unsolicited “Gifts” and the ethics of responding - or not
December 27, 2021

The Best Breads for Sandwiches

In writing for Environmental Nutrition, dietitian Heidi McIndoo looks at sandwich builders, those all-important holders ...

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The outer layer of your sandwich is just as important as the fillers. For article on the best breads for sandwiches, in making a healthy and nutritious sandwich
December 23, 2021

8 Top Pet-Friendly Air-Cleaning Houseplants

All year-round – but especially during the cold winter months – houseplants add cheer to ...

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cat and dog with potted houseplant okssi68 dreamstime. For article, 8 Top Pet-Friendly Air-Cleaning Houseplants
December 23, 2021

How to Make a Virtual Family Holiday Celebration Fun

Creative ways to stage a family holiday Zoom call The years 2020 to 2021 have ...

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Virtual family holiday celebration at home
December 22, 2021

How Refusing Help Alienates Us from Others

Psychologist Mark Borg, co-author of Making Your Crazy Work for You, discusses the downsides of ...

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woman helping neighbor by bringing food. Photo by Ian Allenden Dreamstime. For article on how refusing help alienates us from others