Allergic reactions are a common health concern. Our bodies do not always function well. Sometimes this occurs for a short period of time, like when the immune system is fighting the cold or flu. Other times, the malfunctioning is chronic. Allergies are a common example. About 50 million Americans have allergies. Likely, you are one […]
Drinking water has health benefits. The human body requires hydration for optimal functioning. Severe dehydration can lead to the failure of certain body systems and even death. Most Americans have heard the advice of drinking eight glasses of water a day. According to a recent Money Talks News article titled “8 Glasses of Water a […]
Those with dementia are at greater risk when they live alone. Independence is a common value in the United States. In fact, we have a shared "Declaration of Independence," after all. While children are dependent on their parents as they grow up, the goal is to rear self-sufficient adults. Seniors who have lived alone for […]
Lisa Marie Presley left behind a family legacy at her death. Most people live their lives in relative obscurity. Others are household names from the time of their birth. The latter was true of Lisa Marie Presley. According to a recent NME article titled “Lisa Marie Presley’s children to inherit Graceland estate,” being the daughter […]
Retirees often bring debt into retirement. Nobody likes being in debt. Even so, it is hard not to take on debt at some point in adulthood. People often need to take out loans to purchase a house, start a business, or attend college. According to a recent Money Talks News article titled “This Is the […]
Estate planning should include a HIPAA Authorization. Incapacity planning is essential to comprehensive estate planning. Accidents or illness can quickly turn from bad to worse when a person does not have incapacity documents. While some of these documents are only important when a person is incapacitated, others are helpful even when you have full mental […]
Certain habits may reduce your chances of living a long life. People have varying life expectancies. For example, family history can be a predictor of longevity. After all, it is hard to fool the gene pool. While it may be nearly impossible to choose your ancestors, you can choose your habits. Our lifestyle choices can […]
Secondary beneficiaries may save your estate plan. Having backups in place is a wise move. It is helpful both personally and professionally. Backing up the hard drive on your computer can protect important information or projects from being destroyed. Syncing your phone to the cloud can prevent sentimental photos from being lost forever. According to […]
The presence of hearing loss could predict dementia. Hearing loss is common with age. Some people have more pronounced loss due to genetics or environmental factors. Certain viruses and lifestyle choices can contribute to the speed and intensity of hearing loss. According to a recent MedPage Today article titled “Dementia Tied to Hearing Loss,” recent research […]
Rapper Coolio died without an estate plan. Many celebrities die without preparing for the transfer of their wealth. When this happens, it can leave their estates vulnerable to taxes and even greedy folks wanting to cash in on their wealth. One recent celebrity who died without an estate plan was Artis Leon Ivey, Jr. who […]
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