Do You Suffer from Computer Vision Syndrome?
Do you use computers daily at work or at home? If so, you may be suffering from computer vision syndrome and not even know it. According to the American Optometric Association (AOA), this syndrome leaves people vulnerable to problems like dry eye, eyestrain, neck and/or backache, light sensitivity and fatigue. These symptoms can result from individual visual problems, poor work station configuration and improper work habits. Here's what you need to know.

Why You Should Get Your Hearing Checked Today
Hearing loss is one of the most common health problems among Americans, with gradual hearing loss affecting millions and often going undetected. No tell-tale signs alert people to changes in their hearing, especially if it progresses slowly. Only a professional hearing screening can determine whether someone is experiencing hearing loss, hearing experts say.

To Manage Your Cholesterol, Know Your Lipid Levels
Are you confused about cholesterol? Wondering which numbers need to go up and which numbers need to go down? If so, you're not alone.

Preserve Family Memories with Recipes
Want a tangible way to preserve family members for generations to come? Create a family cookbook.

The Health Benefits of Swimming
There are those who extol the virtues of a runner's high, the intensity of weight lifting and the teamwork basketball inspires, but not everyone can participate in such high-impact exercise. The health benefits of swimming, however, can be experienced by nearly anyone no matter what their age or health condition.

Four Simple Steps to a Low-sodium Lifestyle
The typical American eats a high number of processed foods such as frozen dinners, boxed noodle and rice dishes, canned soups and canned vegetables, all of which are very high in sodium. Implementing a low-sodium diet is a challenge because sodium is everywhere. Here are some tips to make it easy while still having a tasty diet.

Tips for Boomers Planning a 'Senior Road Trip'
Baby boomers, the generation that has defined American culture for decades, are doing it again, rewriting what it means to be senior citizens as the first wave of boomers reach 65. And the generation that enjoyed greater mobility than any before it, is not even close to being ready to give up the car keys.

Planning for a Healthy Retirement
For many baby boomers it seems like just yesterday they were grooving to the new sound of the Beatles, but this year the first wave of boomers turns 62 - making retirement just around the corner. Retirement can mean more time to spend with family and pursue a favorite hobby, but it also means an increased focus on health care needs. Here's what you need to know to help ensure a healthy life after retirement.

Planning Ahead Eases Grief for Loved Ones
Though it's not a topic most of us want to think about, planning for what happens after your death and understanding your options can reduce the stress on grieving loved ones. Making decisions now about what happens when you're gone can help assure those left behind that your wishes are being honored.

Natural Relief from Menopause Symptoms
Hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, fatigue and sheer frustration -- do these sound familiar? Menopause is a natural transition that is unique for each woman, but for many it comes with a lot of unpleasant symptoms that can disrupt the normal flow of daily life. Here are some natural options that can help you feel better.

Unwise Spending Can Sandbag Retirement Security
When it comes to financial health in retirement, how much you set aside for your senior years is only half the story. Equally important is how you invest and spend what you've saved, and a recent survey indicates more than 50 percent of retirees aren't spending wisely.

The Recipe for Successful Fundraising
Want to raise money for a cause near and dear to your heart, like your church or grandchild's school? Here's the recipe for successful fundraising.

From the Hospital to Home
There's nothing more comforting than recovering in your own home after a hospital stay. But your humble abode can pose its own set of problems - even extending your recovery time - if it's not properly prepared.