8 Insider Tips to Decrease Air Travel Stress Post Covid All Trending Articles Coronavirus Travel 08/04/202208/04/2022 by Alesia House, ACC, CTA,Travel expert at IBookTravelForU. Travel in our post covid world Post Covid travel is definitely not the same as before the pandemic. Remember how easy air travel was before 9/11? There were no security lines, you could pack a 16 oz bottle of shampoo with you and even
The Infinite Resource: Breathing Coronavirus Health 05/27/202205/29/2022 by Linda Benkö People often ask me what I do for work. My response is usually something like, "It has to do with a physical process every human being does around 20,000 times per day. I help people breathe". "But I already breathe. All the time.“ Yes, we all breathe. But most
Does Your Spouse Share Your Retirement Goals? 6 Tips From a Retired Husband To Ease the Transition All Trending Articles Coronavirus 03/21/202203/24/2022 by Peter Keers Communication is key when planning for retirement... I'll never forget the shocked look on my wife's face when I said, "I'm retiring in two months." I was surprised at her reaction. During the prior year, we frequently discussed (I thought) the idea of my retirement after 40 years of work.
Considering Hip or Knee Replacement? 5 Benefits of Outpatient Surgery Coronavirus Health 03/15/202203/15/2022 by Dr. Adam Wright, Fellowship Trained Orthopedic Surgeon Do you need a hip or knee replacement? Has your doctor told you that you may need a hip replacement? Are you concerned that the nagging pain on the inside of your knee means you might need a knee replacement? For most people, the
Is Binge Watching Hazardous to your Health? Coronavirus Health 02/06/202202/13/2022 by Ellen Blake Are you a binge watcher? You might be a binge watcher if you sometimes sit down to watch one show and two or three hours later you're still in front of the TV with your eyes starting to glaze over. I'd like to say I'm not a binger, that I'm
Opinion: Now is a GREAT Time to Travel! All Trending Articles Coronavirus Travel 08/08/202108/10/2021 By Edd and Cynthia Staton, America’s best known experts on moving abroad and expat life. International travel 2021: Our personal experiences We just arrived in the U.S. after spending more than 2 months exploring six locations in Mexico. Our travels took us from the Yucatán peninsula to the Caribbean coast to the
Long Term Covid19 Symptoms and Other Good Reasons to See a Pulmonologist All Trending Articles Coronavirus Health 03/22/202103/30/2021 sponsored post by Leslie Farin Breathing is underrated Eve Ensler, the American playwright and performer once said, "I wake up every day and I think, I'm breathing! It's a good day!" I love this quote that reminds us to be grateful. The vast majority of us take breathing for granted. It happens naturally, day in
As the World Opens Up…Are You Ready to Lose the Lockdown Loungewear? All Trending Articles Coronavirus Living 03/09/202103/13/2021 by Sara Heron, Owner, Personal Style and Color Coach Lockdown loungewear - the new norm All our lives turned upside down as a result of the worldwide pandemic this past year. Covid19 presented unprecedented challenges and forced many to live an unfamiliar life. Our lives became a rollercoaster of emotion that tested
Covid19 Vaccine in North Texas UPDATE Coronavirus 03/08/202103/15/2021 Covid19 Vaccine North Texas UPDATE Use the following links to make an appointment for your vaccine For: Phase 1A, 1B, 1C, or eligible school or childcare personnel Vaccine Signup Information: Collin | Dallas | Denton | Tarrant Week 14 Vaccine Allocation (ALL OF TEXAS) – 03/14/21 (PDF) Spring 2021 is the best estimate of when vaccine will be available for
Covid19 Vaccine Safety: Separating Fact From Fiction All Trending Articles Coronavirus 03/06/202103/09/2021 by Ellen Blake Covid19 Vaccine Safety: What's true and what's not? With so much information about the Covid-19 vaccines online and in the news, it's important to know what's true and what's not. Vince Venditto, PhD, assistant professor in the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy’s Department of Pharmaceutical Science, works overtime
Weathering a Storm in the Midst of a Pandemic All Trending Articles Coronavirus 02/27/202102/28/2021 by Leslie Farin How many natural disasters can we cope with at one time? After almost an entire year since Covid-19 invaded our lives, I continue to hunker down at home. I love my home, but spending so much time cooped up is not something I enjoy. Flaws in the house I
Post Vaccination Flying – Are You Ready to Get On Board? All Trending Articles Coronavirus Here, There & Everywhere 02/09/202102/10/2021 by Debra Kerper How do you feel about air travel right now? If you're like me, you dream of a life that looks "near normal" and yearn to board an airplane bound for destinations near and far. Some people, all ages, already started traveling by air again - or perhaps never stopped.
Covid-19 Vaccine Hub Information – Collin, Dallas, Tarrant, Denton Counties Coronavirus 02/08/202102/21/2021 North Texas Vaccine Hubs The state of Texas has a plan to help patients get their vaccines soon. Large vaccine hubs are in place to make vaccinations more accessible to the communities that need them, while also serving larger groups of people quickly. Everyone is encouraged to register for a vaccine
6 Ways to Find Out Where to Get the Covid 19 Vaccine in Your State All Trending Articles Coronavirus 01/20/202101/21/2021 Current guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control As the Covid-19 supply is limited right now, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) released their recommendations to local, state and federal governments regarding who should receive the vaccine first. Check the CDC's vaccination recommendations here. The CDC guidelines provide helpful guidance, however
The Truth About Covid-19 and Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Coronavirus Men's Health 01/09/202101/09/2021 by Dr. Ron Kline COVID-19 does WHAT? By now, most of us are familiar with the symptoms of COVID-19 infections. The common ones include fever, cough, loss of taste and smell and breathing problems. We know the more severe cases require hospitalization, possibly in the ICU and on a ventilator. With the
Micro Weddings Trending During Pandemic Times All Trending Articles Coronavirus Love & Sex at 50+ 01/06/202101/06/2021 sponsored post Just Say I Do You or a family member is ready to say “I Do” and you don’t want to put it off until who knows when. Your carefully constructed and thoughtful wedding plans simply don’t work with the current pandemic restrictions, and suddenly, the arrangements for your magical day
Opinion: What Can We Expect in 2021? All Trending Articles Coronavirus 01/05/202101/05/2021 By Bob Hampton, CPA/PFS, ChFC The year ahead Most of us approach a new year with hopes of better times to come. This past year, the pandemic wreaked havoc on our health and economies around the world, making 2020 difficult for many. The new year brings a Covid-19 vaccine and a new
Covid19 Pandemic: How to Help Those in Need All Trending Articles Coronavirus 12/16/202012/20/2020 originally posted 3/22/2020 updated 12/16/2020 We are all affected by the coronavirus pandemic, but some individuals more so than others. Food insecurity is twice as high as before the pandemic. If you are able to help and wondering the best way to do so, below are a few reputable organizations accepting donations.
A Holiday Like No Other – Pandemic Holiday Gift Ideas All Trending Articles Coronavirus Holidays Memos from Manhattan 11/19/202011/23/2020 by Arlen Hollis Kane Gift Ideas for the Covid-Era No one comes close to me in my love for jewelry, furs, silk pajamas, Italian leather anything. Paris Hilton may think she’s tops in glitz, but she’s a lightweight. Carrying a small dog around in a fancy little purse, even if that
Grieving Your Usual Holiday Traditions? This Year Won’t Be Business as Usual All Trending Articles Coronavirus Holidays 11/18/202011/23/2020 by Leslie Farin It's November, and Covid-19 is still a "thing" It did not occur to me in early 2020 when the world first shut down that Covid-19 would still be a "thing" at the end of the year. But here it is November, and the virus still affects all of our
More Than 75 Things to Do at Home While “Social Distancing” (Mostly Free!) Coronavirus Living 11/05/202003/13/2021 by 50Plus-Today The world is starting to open up, but many of us still spend a lot of time at home. We the many businesses around the world that continue to offer new online channels with unique activities to help pass the time. Check back often as we update our list
Top 12 Clear Window Face Masks for Visible Expression (UPDATED) Coronavirus Gift Guides 11/05/202011/05/2020 originally published 7/10/2020 updated 11/5/20 PLEASE CHECK BACK OFTEN! We update this list as new products come on the market. Communication problems in today's world of Covid19. Under the best of times, some of us don't communicate all that well, unfortunately. Face masks that cover our mouths and expressions make it even harder
9 Tips to Lower Your Cost for Medications During Covid-19 All Trending Articles Coronavirus 10/23/202010/24/2020 by Ellen Blake Medication costs are on the rise Do you struggle to pay for your medications, especially now during this difficult time? If so, you are not alone. Many of us do. Even with health insurance, lots of Americans cannot afford drugs critical for their health. Life is difficult if you
How Will You Celebrate Thanksgiving 2020? There are No Easy Answers All Trending Articles Coronavirus Holidays 10/22/202011/10/2020 by Ellen Blake There are no easy answers this year This year, for the first time since we moved to Texas more than twenty years ago, we planned to travel to New York to join our extended families for Thanksgiving. Our Thanksgiving dinners are generally quiet, and though special with my husband,
Is Wine Your Go-To Comfort While Quarantined? Will Your Drinking Continue After? All Trending Articles Coronavirus 10/16/202010/16/2020 by Ellen Blake originally posted 4/30/2020 updated 10/16/20 8/24/2020 update - binge drinking and Covid19 It's October now and six months later, Covid19 continues to rock our world; no part of life remains untouched. Life is increasingly unpredictable and much of the economy devastated. People drink more than ever now to dull their pain,
Why Are Video Calls So Exhausting? 4 Tips to Combat Zoom Fatigue All Trending Articles Coronavirus Living Technology 10/05/202010/08/2020 by Ellen Blake originally posted 5/23/2020 updated 10/5/2020 Video calls - a necessary evil? Much of the world shifted in early 2020 from in-person meetings to online due to the coronavirus. Early on, I believed the technology was a blessing. After all, video platforms such as Zoom provide an easy way for people
Coping With Loss in a World Without Hugs and Kisses (Due to Coronavirus) All Trending Articles Coronavirus Living 09/06/202009/09/2020 by Leslie Farin originally posted April 10, 2020 Updated September 6, 2020 Update: New ways to cope with grief Here we are still in the midst of the Covid19 pandemic five months after I wrote the post below. Crazy. Who knew the situation would continue through most of 2020? We are all ready to
Covid19 Humor at It’s Best! 10 Hilarious Gift Items for a Good Laugh Coronavirus Gift Guides 08/28/202008/29/2020 We can all use a good laugh every now and then, but it's even more important now! Funny face masks, glasses and more provide relief from Covid-19 and the craziness of our world today. All the items below make great quarantine gifts for loved ones. Check out the items below
The Dentist Will See You Now…Do You Want to Go? Coronavirus Health 08/19/202009/18/2020 by Leslie Farin Have you been to the dentist lately? When did you last see your dentist? I haven’t been to mine in more than 9 months. I only know because I received a postcard in the mail today from the dental office. I’m usually diligent about my dental hygiene, and before
YOUR VOTE MATTERS All Trending Articles Coronavirus 08/12/202008/13/2020 Let your voice be heard...We at 50Plus-Today want everyone to be part of the November 2020 election. It's easy - spread the word! Helpful resources for voting in the U.S. in the 2020 election: CONFIRM YOUR VOTER REGISTRATION Check if you are registered to vote and verify your polling location. REGISTER TO VOTE Visit Vote.gov to register
