Guard blood pressure: Sleep
Columbia University researchers give a good reason why it’s important to get enough sleep. They find that adults who sleep less than five hours a night…
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Low thyroid activity may lead to heart problems
By some estimates, 10 to 15 percent of middle-aged and older individuals have “subclinical” hypothyroidism. Across all age groups, 4 percent of the U.S….
To feel stronger, try tai chi
Tai chi is a movement therapy that’s excellent for everyone but particularly for those with arthritis or balance and movement problems. It lowers blood…
Endless scrolling is a sign of trouble
It seems like innocent fun: Scroll through reels to see people with funny dogs, fabulous houses, weird lifestyles. But if you do it too much, you become…
Heroics and crime at Cape Disappointment
In February 2023, Coast Guard station Cape Disappointment in Oregon got a mayday call from a mariner who was in trouble on a day meant for trouble. The…
A lucky dog
People in the water are the main rescue targets of the Coast Guard, but in June 2023, they saved one very lucky German shepherd named Dory. The dog and…
Most daring rescue
The T2 was one of World War II’s workhorse tankers that remained in service even after the war. But the tanker had a deadly flaw hidden in its design and…
August 4: The 233rd anniversary of the Coast Guard
The United States Coast Guard is the nation’s oldest maritime agency. Founded on Aug. 4, 1790, it assumed the duties of the Revenue Cutter Service, the…
Hydration: the water, salt, potassium connection
Keeping your body hydrated by taking in enough fluids is an important part of good health. But even if you don’t drink the recommended eight glasses of…
Here’s how to keep your teeth for a lifetime
When it comes to teeth, looks aren’t everything. Even if teeth are beautiful, there could be plenty of trouble brewing. Your mouth is a perfect breeding…