Tuesday, 20 October, 2026
Older adults are more vulnerable to vitamin B12 deficiency, which can cause fatigue, memory problems, mood changes, numbness, and difficulty with balance. But does everyone in their 70s or 80s need a supplement? Feeling unusually tired, becoming forgetful, or losing one’s balance may seem like an unavoidable part of aging. […]
Pay Before Care? Why More Hospitals and Doctors Are Asking Patients for Money Upfront For generations, Americans were accustomed to receiving medical care first and a bill weeks later. That is changing. Hospitals, surgery centers, imaging facilities, laboratories, and doctors’ offices are increasingly asking patients to pay a copayment, deductible, […]
Consumers—especially older adults—should check their medicine cabinets after nearly 40,000 bottles of a popular over-the-counter eye drop were recalled nationwide because the manufacturer could not guarantee that the product was sterile. Prestige Brands Holdings voluntarily recalled 39,060 bottles of Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief. The recall began on July […]
Can certain foods prevent cancer? According to a recent WebMD overview, no single food can prevent or cure cancer. However, a healthy eating pattern—especially one rich in plant-based foods—may help lower the risk of developing certain cancers while also supporting heart health, digestion, weight control, and overall well-being. Build a […]
Information current through August 15, 2026, using CDC and FDA updates available through August 13. Most reported activity occurred from May through early August 2026. Key national numbers Category Confirmed illnesses Hospitalizations Deaths U.S.-acquired cases, May 1–Aug. 10 13,895 740 2 Iceberg-lettuce outbreak 9,481 398 2 Travel-associated cases acquired abroad […]
For many retirees, a home is more than a place to live. It holds memories, routines, familiarity, and peace of mind. That is why the desire to age at home—to remain in one’s own home for as long as possible—is so natural. But aging at home does not mean staying […]
Cyber Monday originated in the United States in 2005 as a marketing term created by the National Retail Federation (NRF). It emerged as an extension of Black Friday, catering to the rise of online shopping. Retailers noticed a spike in e-commerce sales on the Monday after Thanksgiving, as consumers returned […]
A federal government shutdown began on October 1, 2025, after Congress failed to agree on a new funding bill. As of early November, it has lasted several weeks, making it one of the longest in U.S. history. A shutdown happens when Congress doesn’t approve the government’s budget for the new […]