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Every March, the American Red Cross celebrates Red Cross Month and the Tennessee Volunteer Region is urging all to get involved. This March, the American Red Cross would like to recognize the nation’s Everyday Heroes who reach out to help their neighbors when they are in need. These everyday heroes …

The Polar Vortex has caused one of the coldest winters on record this season and we feel very fortunate to enjoy our “Florida Winters.” But spring is almost here! For many, wintertime is a trade-off that’s been happening for years: as soon as the cold weather hits, snowbirds from the …

Hearing Company Offers Risk Free Trial HERE ARE SOME WARNING SIGNS OF HEARING LOSS: 1. You hear but have trouble understanding all the words in a conversation, especially in a crowd. 2. You often ask people to repeat themselves. 3. You find telephone conversation increasingly difficult. 4. Family complains you …

Building a healthy plate is easy when you make half your plate fruits and vegetables. It’s also a great way to add color, flavor and texture plus vitamins, minerals and fiber. All this is packed in fruits and vegetables that are low in calories and fat. Make 2 cups of …

By Alex Anderson Senior Associate Pastor at Bayside Community Church – Not long ago I asked my wife a drilling question, “What would be the most important advice you could give to another person who ‘just found out’ that they had cancer?”  She went completely silent for a few moments, …

By Crystal Johnsen – When living on your own is no longer your best option, fear of the unknown can get the best of you.  So take a deep breath because I have four myths about assisted living that are sure to ease some of your anxiety. Myth 1 I …

The holidays are over and it’s back to work for most of us.  You and the family were fortunate and spent the holidays with mom and dad.  The kids were so happy to spend the holidays with your parents and it warmed your heart, but there is still one concern …

The Invisible Handicap HERE ARE SOME WARNING SIGNS OF HEARING LOSS: 1. You hear but have trouble understanding all the words in a conversation, especially in a crowd. 2. You often ask people to repeat themselves. 3. You find telephone conversation increasingly difficult. 4. Family complains you play the radio …

By Michelle VanOstran – You have finally decided to get in shape, lose weight, and improve overall fitness level, but now the debate between the popular CrossFit and regular old weight training is giving you a headache. Let’s have a look at the pros and cons of each and help …

By Steven T. Powell, MD – Q: How common is skin cancer? A: One in five Americans will develop some form of skin cancer. Most of these are basal-cell and squamous-cell carcinomas. Melanoma, while not the most common, is the most serious form of skin cancer and continues to show …