New drug offers new hope for pain relief
The first new pain relief drug to be approved in decades will soon be on the market. The drug, suzetrigine, is a prescription pill that is said to be as…
Month: March 2025
Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid benefits will not be paused
Executive Orders from the new administration called for many government spending programs to be paused. But, Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid were…
Living free in an RV? Maybe. Maybe not.
More people than ever are taking to the road in an recreational vehicle and 18 percent of new RV owners were 65 and older. It’s the thrill of the road….
You can prevent formation of bunions
Sometimes a formation of a bunion is not your fault. They often occur because of a hereditary tendency for foot pronation. Pronation occurs when, as a…
Keep your entire bed fresh: Pay attention to the duvet
Want your bed to look good and smell completely fresh? Don’t forget to wash your duvet. Duvet covers are meant to be removed and washed regularly, but…
Kitchen trends: Lava stone countertops
Move over granite, quartz, and marble — lava stone countertops are one of the hottest (sometimes literally) new trends in kitchen design. Made volcanic…
March: National Women’s History Month Jane Addams: Reformer
In 1889, Chicago was leaving the Gilded Age and entering an era of rapid industrial growth. Iron, steel, steam railroads, shipping, and telephones begot…
By the dawn’s early light: The story of the Anthem
As the sun rises on March 3, we could raise the flag to mark the 94th anniversary of Congress’ adoption of “The Star Spangled Banner” as our national…
Lent begins March 5
Of all the Christian seasons, Lent is not exactly known as festive. It is a 40-day period of personal sacrifice and penance that culminates with the much…
March 16 – April 7, 2025: A traditional March event
NCAA Men’s Basketball tournament draws many fans It’s becoming one of the best-known rites of spring. The 86th annual NCAA Basketball Championship begins…