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If your spouse's snoring gets on your nerves, there's no shame in packing up your pillow and heading to another room. A third of American couples sleep in separate bedrooms, which might be healthier than losing sleep.
Michael Solender and his wife have been together for 42 years. They slept in the same bed for the first 10, taking to separate rooms after that. Their sleep separation was due to his developing…
Has food lost its zing for you? As we age, our sense of taste diminishes. But check to see if you have a zinc deficiency, which could be the culprit.
We know that as we age, eyesight and hearing may decline, but did you know that taste and smell can as well? We start out with thousands of taste buds, not only on the tongue, but in the throat and…
Is that really your grandchild asking you for money? Or do they seem computer-generated? Learn how to spot a deepfake:
The person at the other end of that video call certainly looks and sounds legitimate. Maybe it’s your grandchild or someone you’ve bonded with in the past. Yes, it’s odd that they’re asking you to…
Person, man, woman, camera TV: What exactly can a cognitive test do? And should you get one? https://buff.ly/3X3kN9H
Local writer Andrew Madigan's new hardboiled crime thriller is out this month, and readers in the DMV may recognize some venues in the novel
Writer Andrew Madigan, 55, has had his share of odd jobs. The father of three from Springfield, Virginia, has been a janitor, construction worker, substitute teacher, baseball groundskeeper, temp and…
The real fountain of youth is at the gym. Ask your youngest-looking friend what their secret is, and it's likely weight training. It's never too late to start, and you'll see results quickly!
Here’s the message from Dr. Marcas Bamman, a physiologist with decades of research into aging who preaches the benefits of weight-resistance training for those who are getting up there. We’re talking…
The "Galapagos of the North," Canada's Great Bear Rainforest, is crowded — with orca, whales and grizzlies. Our travel writer hopped aboard a renovated tugboat to explore the world's largest temperate coastal rainforest
As our boat glided across Canada’s Kitlope Lake, the surface gleamed like glass, reflecting the steep, thickly forested slopes that lined the shore. Wrapped in silence, we gazed at the jagged, icy…
We love Bob Levey, especially when he encourages us, in his latest column, to take vacations. See you at the beach!
An old friend gets a new, bigger, better job. Handshakes and backslaps all around. But then, a minor thunderbolt. As he leaves his current job, Old Friend reveals that he has left behind 1,000 hours…
Do you have a bright idea for an invention that could help older Americans? The National Institute on Aging wants to hear from you! Meet the latest winners of its Startup Challenge in our August cover story https://buff.ly/3AnvTNW National Institute on Aging - NIH
Is it better invest in real estate or stock? One feels safer, but the other is a clear winner.
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Wait, so exercise can strengthen both brain and body? Veterans Affairs has designed a unique exercise program specifically for vets 65 and up. If you know a veteran in the Baltimore area, thank them! And let them know about this valuable new study: https://buff.ly/3SAuJor
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Did you know there’s a special exercise program specifically for U.S. veterans 65 and older? It’s called Gerofit, and it started at the Veterans Affairs office in Durham, North Carolina, in 1986. In…
Announcing two new places to live: Erickson's Chase opened in Fairfax this spring, and the Residences at Springbrook opened near National Harbor in May. Love that paint color
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Announcing two brand new places to live: Erickson Senior Living's opened in Fairfax this spring, and the Residences at Springbrook opened near National Harbor in May. Love the lobby's paint color
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Where were you in late December 1963? You'll know all the songs in "Jersey Boys," the Broadway musical all about Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. The hit show runs at Toby's in Columbia until September
What other Four Seasons songs do you remember?
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What's inside the Baltimore Beacon in August? Radio host Marc Steiner's backstory (and tussles with teachers), touring Paris and Normandy with , and a nostalgic local rendition of the Broadway musical "Jersey Boys" https://www.thebeaconnewspapers.com/baltimore-md/
You'd never know Marc Steiner "stumbled into radio." The Peabody Award-winning radio host talks about growing up in West Baltimore and how it shaped his worldview.
Marc Steiner, the acclaimed talk-show host, podcaster, writer, teacher and civil rights advocate, says he was just in the right place at the right time. “I stumbled into radio,” Steiner said in an…
Did you know that kiwis — or kiwifruits — are native to the grasslands and forests of China and Russia and grow on vines? Read on for even more surprising kiwi facts.
One of the most beautiful and delicious fruits, kiwis are favorites of children and adults alike. However, these bright green fruits might be most adored by the wellness community, as they’re…
Do you enjoy gardening but find it straining your back or knees? Savvy Senior has solutions.
Dear Savvy Senior, What gardening tips can you offer to older people? I love to putter around and work in the garden, but my back and knees have caused me to curtail my gardening activities, which I…
A digital will provides a list of your digital assets — personal information stored electronically on a computer or an online cloud server account. Here's why you need one.
Dear Savvy Senior, My wife and I had our estate plan — including a will, power of attorney and advance directive — drawn up about 10 years ago, but recently read that our plan should include a…
Need some help coming up with ways to update where you live without breaking the bank? Check out these simple and inexpensive fixes that’ll give your home a fresh look.
So, you've been dreaming of updating your home or apartment, but the cost of new flooring or a kitchen remodel doesn't fit your budget? Don't despair. There are lots of ways to revitalize and…
People 65 and older are more prone to heat-related health problems. Savvy Senior explains why and how to stay cool.
Dear Savvy Senior, I work for a county health department, and every summer, we’re seeing more and more seniors get sick and even die from heat-related illness. Can you write an awareness piece on…
Have you noticed a lack of affordable housing options that are a good fit for older adults? Most of those over 50 want to stay in their own homes, but not everyone can afford the remodeling that entails.
Brenda Edwards considers the four-bedroom ranch-style house where she has lived for 20 years her forever home. It's where the 70-year-old retired nurse and her 79-year-old husband want to stay as…
Have you been a victim of cybercrime? Take these simple steps to stay safe online.
Dear Savvy Senior, I spend a lot of time online. I love the convenience of paying bills, shopping and keeping up with my grandkids on Facebook and Instagram. But a few months ago, my computer was…
Did you know that falling doesn't have to be inevitable as you age? Here are five ways to reduce your risk.
One in four U.S. adults 65 and older fall each year, putting them at risk of injury, broken bones and even death. But common as falls may be, they are not inevitable. “The more work we do, the more…
Have you been wondering whether it's time to downsize? Don't make any decisions before you read this advice on when to sell your home.
Your home is your sanctuary, but it’s also one of your biggest budget items. And after you retire, it may feel like more house than you need. But in this housing market, when a smaller home with…
Want to learn something new? At local retirement communities you can take in a lecture on the CIA under John F. Kennedy, hear Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and investigative reporter Carl Bernstein speak, and sit in on a class on Shakespeare's plays.
We’re never too old to learn something new. When retiree Bill Brown moved to Asbury Methodist Village, he started attending evening presentations in his new community in Gaithersburg, Maryland. …
Elliot Raphaelson reviews 'Retirement Watch: The Essential Guide to Retiring in the 2020s.' Get the scoop on the extensive chapter that covers estate planning and more.
I frequently read and review books for readers of my column. I recently read Retirement Watch: The Essential Guide to Retiring in the 2020s (Regnery Capital) by Bob Carlson, a retirement expert. I…
Did you know that certain natural remedies can be a highly effective addition to medication in managing Alzheimer's disease? Read on to find out which supplements show promise in supporting brain health.
Alzheimer’s disease affects millions of people worldwide, progressively impairing memory and cognitive function. To manage this challenging condition, a combination of pharmaceutical treatments and…
Bob Levey on having zero plans in retirement.
It’s always great to run into an old friend you haven’t seen in an age and a half. So it went recently for me and my old pal Marcia. The Big M (as I and her other close pals always called her) spent…
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