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08/07/2026

What Are the Health Benefits of Reading?
Simply put, reading can have a lot of positive effects on our body and mind.

Reading and mental health
Research has consistently shown that reading can reduce stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health burdens:

A 2024 study in Psychological Medicine analyzed the reading habits of more than 10,000 U.S. children. It found that children who read for pleasure from an early age had better mental health entering adolescence.
A 2025 study in Frontiers in Psychology reported that paper and audio reading reduced anxiety and depression in college students. Electronic reading had a smaller effect, and video reading had a minimal effect.
A 2024 review in Current Psychiatry Research & Reviews reported that bibliotherapy (reading therapy) showed “significant” results in reducing depression symptoms in young and old patients.
Reading and cognitive health
Reading is a powerful brain health habit. It can help with language and speech development, memory, processing, and other cognitive skills. The benefits begin in early childhood and can last through old age.

Early childhood is a crucial time for reading, as it can establish cognitive benefits that last throughout life. Reading books to children can help with language development. As they progress to reading on their own, their language can develop further.

The 2024 study in Psychological Medicine reported that children who read early in life had moderately higher brain volumes in areas important for cognitive function.

Meanwhile, a 2024 review in Frontiers in Pediatrics reported that reading to children at least three times a week can lead to academic success. They’re more likely to recognize the alphabet, count to 20, and write their names when they enter kindergarten. These early learning benefits last throughout their education.

The effects of reading are long-lasting. A 2022 study in Frontiers in Psychology reported that reading led to better language processing and memory in older adults.

Reading and social connection
Reading can also help with social connection. Studies have shown that reading fiction allows people to connect with characters, building qualities like empathy.

Shared reading experiences like book clubs also provide benefits for social connection and stress relief. A 2025 study in Social and Emotional Learning examined the positive effects of book clubs on neurodiverse children. The researchers found that book clubs fostered environments for empathy, inclusion, joy, and social growth.

Reading and sleep
Many people like to wind down their day with a book or other reading material. That habit may help them get a better night’s sleep.

Reading before bed can help you relax. In turn, relaxing can lead to falling asleep faster and to better overall sleep. A 2022 study in Aging & Mental Health reported that reading before bed improved sleep for older and younger adults.

A simple nightly reading routine for better sleep could involve reading for 15 to 30 minutes before bed. It’s best to read a physical book, as the blue light from screens can interfere with sleep.

Reading and physical health
Many researchers have studied the effects of reading on mental and cognitive health. But it may also have some benefits for physical health.

A landmark 2016 study in Social Science & Medicine reported that book readers live on average 23 months longer than non-book readers.

There may be other health benefits of reading. According to the 2024 review in Frontiers in Pediatrics, reading in childhood can lead to better physical health in adulthood. Lower literacy rates can lead to poor outcomes.

07/09/2026

Taking care of your colon health starts with small choices that add up over time. How you eat and move helps lower your risk of colon cancer, while routine colon cancer screening can support early detection.

Here’s how to support your long‑term colon health with diet and exercise health habits and recommended screenings.

How to Lower Risk of Colon Cancer Naturally:
You can’t prevent colon cancer completely. But you can lower your risk by building healthy lifestyle habits like:

Avoiding to***co — Smoking raises the risk of many cancers, including colorectal cancer.
Limiting alcohol — Heavy drinking increases colon cancer risk, so keeping alcohol in check supports your long‑term health.
Maintaining a healthy weight — Obesity is a known risk factor for colon cancer, and even modest weight loss can support your health.

07/03/2026

Happy 4th of July. God Bless America.

06/29/2026

Although skin cancer often doesn’t get the same attention as other cancers, don’t let this fool you into thinking it isn’t a big deal. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society.
If found early, most people survive skin cancer.
Read on for answers to common questions about skin cancer, such as “What does early skin cancer look like?” “Where are you most likely to find it?” and “Does skin cancer itch?”
What Does Skin Cancer Look Like?
Skin cancer can look — and feel — different, depending on the type of skin cancer you have. For instance, Merkel cell carcinoma — a very rare type — often appears as a single, painless lump.

Basal cell carcinoma
Basal cell cancer is the most common skin cancer. In people with light-colored skin, it may look like:
• Bumps that are small, pink, or red. They look translucent, shiny, or pearly, with blue, brown, or black areas.
• Open sores, which may ooze or crust. They don’t heal, or they heal and then come back.
• Pink growths with raised edges. A sunken middle may have blood vessels that fan out like spokes of a wheel.
• Raised red patches that may itch.
• Scar-like areas, which are firm, flat, and pale or yellow in color.
These skin tumors are often fragile. They may bleed if you shave or scratch them. In people of color, basal cell carcinoma looks the same, only darker.
Basal cell cancer can develop anywhere on your body. But most often, they’re found on sun-exposed areas, such as your face, head, neck, and arms.
Squamous cell cancer
Squamous cell carcinoma is the second most common type of skin cancer. But it’s the most common skin cancer in Black people.
Squamous cell carcinoma may look like:
• Raised growths or lumps. Sometimes, the center has sunk in.
• Rough, scaly red or darker patches, which may bleed or crust.
• Open sores, which may ooze or crust. They don’t heal, or they may heal and then come back.
• Wart-like growths.

05/22/2026

“This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country, and we express our gratitude to those who continue to serve and defend our freedoms today.”

04/30/2026

Not all travel affects the body in the same way. Factors such as space limitations, cabin pressure, posture, and trip duration can influence circulation. Here’s how different modes of transportation can affect you:

Air travel — Limited space, prolonged sitting, and dry cabin air may increase stiffness, dehydration risk, and mild swelling.
Car travel — Extended sitting with minimal leg movement — especially during long drives — can slow blood flow in the legs.
Train or bus travel — Although seating may be more spacious, long periods of inactivity can still contribute to discomfort and fluid shifts.
Regardless of how you travel, staying hydrated and moving around remain the most effective strategies for supporting circulation.

Why circulation matters
Good blood circulation depends on regular movement, and long periods of sitting slow the flow of blood through the legs. This is especially true when your knees stay bent. That’s why your muscles, particularly the calves, play such a crucial role.

When your calf muscles contract, they squeeze the veins in your lower legs and push blood upward against gravity. They act as the body’s “second pump.” This works with the one-way valves in your veins to keep blood moving, preventing it from collecting when you sit or stand for a long time.

But when you have limited movement, you may notice:

Feelings of heaviness.
General discomfort.
Leg stiffness.
Mild swelling.

02/06/2026

How Does Cold Weather Affect Our Bodies?
Maybe you suffered a shoulder injury years ago or recently strained your knee or broke your wrist. Now that the winter chill is in full effect, your injury may act up more than usual. This can result in throbbing, tingling, aching, or stabbing sensations.
This cold weather-induced discomfort can happen for many reasons.

For example:
• Cold weather can trigger tissue swelling. This can put pressure on nerves and cause older injuries and sensitive areas to act up.
• Lower temperatures constrict blood vessels and blood flow. This helps conserve heat in our bodies. But it can also cause stiffness and aching. This is especially the case in the neck, shoulders, wrists, and knees.
• Muscles tighten when they’re cold. This can increase discomfort, stiffness, and pain.
Cold weather can change how our body functions and cause more pain than we’re used to. This is especially true for the joints, areas of older injuries, and any surgery sites or scar tissue. Preexisting stiffness and injuries can become more bothersome because joints aren’t as mobile and muscles aren’t as flexible.
It’s important to understand the changes that take place within your body when the cold weather arrives. This way, you can combat discomfort with self-care strategies and keep yourself warm and limber.

Why Do Older Injuries Start Acting Up in Cold Weather?
Cold weather can affect many body parts but can especially disrupt areas with past fractures, sprains, torn ligaments, or muscle strains.
If you’ve had surgery that left scars, the surgery site and any scar tissue may also become more tense or strained because the area is less pliable in colder weather. Any inflammation in the body can also increase during the cold weather.

How to Beat the Cold Weather This Winter?
Understanding how your body reacts to cold weather is paramount to combating painful recurrences and staying comfortable this winter. It’s important to consider your overall health and any conditions or tendencies that could impact your pain levels.
These can include your injury history, other illnesses or health issues, and other conditions, such as Raynaud’s or autoimmune diseases. Talking with your health care provider to create a personalized plan for the winter can also help.

Here are some ideas for keeping yourself healthy when the freezing temperatures reach you:

Daily movement;
Light stretches, short yoga routines, and daily walks can help keep your joints and muscles warm and flexible while also reducing the risk of injury when out and about in the cold. Swimming and cycling (which can both take place indoors during the winter) are great ways to keep your body in motion in low-impact ways.
Slow, easy movements can keep your circulation healthy. But it’s important to understand your body and injury history to prevent more discomfort.

Mindful eating;
Diet always plays a role in overall health, which is no different during the winter — especially if you’re dealing with an old injury. Anti-inflammatory foods can help keep flare-ups at bay and improve joint health.
Here are some great anti-inflammatory additions to your winter diet:
• Avocados.
• Fatty fish, such as salmon, mackerel, and bluefin tuna.
• Herbs, such as cloves, ginger, garlic, cinnamon, chamomile, echinacea, and turmeric.
• Leafy greens and cruciferous vegetables.
• Mushrooms.
• Quality dark chocolate.

Smart layering;
Wearing appropriate layers outside in winter can help retain body heat and keep muscles and joints warm and limber. Organic thermal materials like wool are perfect first layers against your skin because they provide antibacterial warmth and moisture-wicking properties. High-quality outer-shell layers that cut wind and wintry elements off the body are essential, especially if you plan to stay outside.
Investing in insulating accessories like a winter cap, thick gloves, and a warm scarf also can help. If you have joint injuries that improve with compression material or braces, make sure to add this layer to your winter wardrobe.

Drink water
Even during the winter, daily hydration is key to keeping your joints lubricated and removing toxins from your body. This is often essential for older injuries.

Stay rested;
Sleep is always important, but maintaining an adequate and restful sleep schedule can also help prevent more discomfort from the cold. It can fight inflammation and promote overall health and recovery. Aim for the average optimal sleep schedule, which typically ranges between seven and nine hours a night depending on your body, history, and work/activity levels.

Cozy up;
At home, keep your house warm and your body cozy. Wear socks and slippers to keep your feet covered and use hot water bottles or heating pads for extra warmth and to improve blood circulation. Warm baths and electric blankets can also help your joints and muscles while also alleviating stress.

Healthy mind and body;
Just like at any other time of the year, a balance of good mental and physical health can improve pain and other discomfort. Eating healthy meals that incorporate many whole foods and finding at least 30 minutes to exercise daily can help keep your body happy, even when the winter chill comes around.
Focus on activities that keep your mental health stable, such as:
• Maintaining contact with loved ones.
• Mindfulness and meditation.
• Self-care.
• Stress-relieving activities.
• Therapy or counseling.
Staying aware that you need to take steps toward maintaining good mental health can provide much-needed comfort during the darker, slower, colder times of the year.

When the winter months bring more darkness and cold, remember that they can also bring discomfort from old injuries, surgery scars, or other painful areas in the body. Staying on top of your pain management routine and taking extra care of your mental and physical health can keep the pain at bay even during the chilliest days.

Don’t forget that your health is important. Taking time for what you need is a sign of strength and health.

If your pain becomes too much and starts to affect your daily routines, talk to your health care provider to make sure there isn’t an underlying issue. And soon enough, spring will return to provide relief and warmth to your sore muscles and joints.

01/09/2026

Common Respiratory Virus Symptoms
Symptoms of colds, influenza, COVID-19, and RSV have a lot of overlap.

Common symptoms of respiratory illnesses include:

Change in taste or smell (more common with COVID-19).
Cough.
Fatigue.
Fevers or chills.
Headaches.
Loss of appetite.
Muscle/body ache.
Runny nose.
Shortness of breath/difficulty breathing.
Sneezing.
Sore throat.
Wheezing.
The symptom overlap makes it difficult to know which illness you have purely from your symptoms, Dr. Snyder says.

“You can’t distinguish the respiratory viruses based on your symptoms,” he says. “A rhinovirus causes what we call rhinosinusitis, which is sinus congestion. Could that be COVID? Yes. Is the flu always going to present with fever, achiness, and maybe a dry cough? Often, but not always.

“So, the viruses, while on average, they have some distinct characteristics on an individual level, you can’t tell what you’ve got (based on symptoms).”

Some symptoms may present differently in children. Learn how to protect children from respiratory viruses like the flu, COVID-19, and RSV.

Often, testing is the only way to diagnose which respiratory illness you have.

Testing for Respiratory Viruses
If you’re experiencing symptoms of a respiratory virus, getting tested is especially important. This is especially the case if you’re at risk for a severe illness or care for people who are at higher risk. The flu and COVID-19 cause severe illness, hospitalizations, and deaths more often than other respiratory illnesses.

Over-the-counter antigen tests are available for the flu and COVID-19. You can also discuss with your doctor the possibility of undergoing laboratory tests.

It’s best to get tested for the flu and COVID-19 as soon as you start experiencing symptoms. Antiviral medications for both illnesses are most effective when they’re given early in the disease course.

“I would suggest, within the first couple of days of knowing that you’re sick, to get a test,” Dr. Snyder says. “You can talk to your doctor about a (lab) test or a home antigen test. The antivirals are most effective if given in the first couple of days. You really need to give it in the first two to three days for their maximum effect.”

Respiratory Virus Treatment
If you test positive for the flu or COVID-19, talk to your doctor about getting a prescription for an antiviral treatment. Antivirals can reduce your risk for severe complications.

They’re especially important for people who face a higher risk of complications, including:

Children (for the flu).
Older adults.
People with compromised immune systems.
People with existing medical conditions.
Pregnant people.
In addition to antivirals, you can also take steps to manage your symptoms. This can include taking over-the-counter medications, resting, and staying home if you’re sick.

What Should I Do if I’m Feeling Sick?
If you have symptoms of a respiratory illness, here’s what you can do:

Stay home — Don’t go to work or school until your symptoms subside to avoid spreading respiratory viruses to others. “You should definitely stay home while you have a fever because that’s the most contagious period for these viruses, and within 24 hours of your fever going away,” Dr. Snyder says.

Wear a mask — If you’re out in public, wearing a mask that covers your nose and mouth can reduce your risk of spreading a respiratory virus to others.

Get tested — Take at-home flu and COVID-19 tests, or talk to your doctor about getting an in-office test.

Get treatments — If you test positive for flu or COVID-19, ask your doctor about antiviral treatments. You can also try over-the-counter medicines or home remedies to manage your symptoms.

01/06/2026

Suze Orman’s Medicare Advantage Warning That Seniors Are Rarely Told

January 5, 2026,
Suze Orman is not attacking Medicare Advantage. She is issuing a consumer warning that most seniors never hear when they enroll.
Her message is simple and uncomfortable. Medicare Advantage only works if you actively manage it every single year. If you do not, the plan can quietly change around you.

Most people treat health insurance like a fixed decision. You choose it once, pay the premium, and assume it stays largely the same. That assumption holds true with Original Medicare. It does not hold true with Medicare Advantage.

Medicare Advantage is a private contract that resets annually. Benefits change. Provider networks change. Rules change. Costs shift. None of this requires your permission.

Orman’s concern is not theoretical. It is behavioral. Seniors enroll in Medicare Advantage and then stop paying attention. They assume their doctors will always be there. They assume the copays will stay manageable. They assume the plan will work the same way next year as it did this year. That assumption is where people get hurt.

One year a doctor is in network. The next year they are not. One year a hospital stay looks affordable. The next year the out of pocket exposure jumps. These are not errors. They are features of how Medicare Advantage is designed.

The industry often responds by pointing to appeal statistics. Many initial denials are eventually overturned. That sounds reassuring until you think about what it really means. Care was delayed. Paperwork was required. Time and energy were spent fighting for something the beneficiary thought was already covered.

Orman’s warning cuts deeper than denial rates. It exposes a gap in understanding. Medicare Advantage shifts responsibility onto the enrollee. The senior is expected to review plan documents, track network changes, and re evaluate coverage every year. No one explains this clearly at enrollment.

Original Medicare behaves differently. It is slower to change. Providers do not rotate in and out annually. The rules are more stable. That stability is the implicit comparison behind Orman’s advice.

Her message is not that Medicare Advantage is wrong for everyone. It is that Medicare Advantage is wrong for anyone who expects simplicity and permanence.

If you are organized, engaged, and willing to reassess your coverage annually, Medicare Advantage can work. If you are not, the risk compounds quietly over time.

That is the real takeaway. The danger is not Medicare Advantage itself. The danger is enrolling without understanding that attention is the price of admission.

12/31/2025

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