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Municipal Bonds as an Investment Vehicle

Provided by RBC Wealth Management and John Barnes The nation’s economic woes have affected all of us, but municipalities have been hit particularly hard resulting in cash-strapped state and local governments across the country. Consequently, you might be wondering how this situation could affect an investment class you might be considering: municipal bonds. If you’re thinking about municipal bonds (munis) …

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Tee Off to Wellness by Keeping Your Swing Strong in Spring

By Dr. John C. Kagan, M.D. While golf has often been considered a low-impact physical activity without great risk for injury, damage to the ankle, knee, hip and wrist can often be caused by this sport. While injuries are common, they are also avoidable if you play it safe. Take the proper measures to keep your swing strong this spring …

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Virtual Colonoscopy

The American Cancer Society added CT Colonography (or Virtual Colonoscopy) to the list of recommended colon cancer screening and prevention tests in March 2008. According to those guidelines, men and women at average risk for developing colorectal cancer should start screening for colorectal cancer at age 50, or earlier depending on medical and family history. The ACS now considers this …

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Relieve Stress Naturally with Massage Therapy

With stress and anxiety on the rise in modern society, especially during the busy holiday season, there has been a discernible shift away from visiting traditional doctors, and exploring more complementary treatments and therapies. Natural treatments are increasingly being sought out as alternatives to conventional medicine and surgery, and are valued for their non-invasive nature and lack of side effects. …

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The Personal Impact of Untreated Hearing Loss

By Hoglund Family Hearing and Audiology Services One of the most commonly unaddressed health conditions in America today, hearing loss affects more than 33.5 million Americans—most of whom are below retirement age. Hearing loss can strike at any time and at any age. And when left unaddressed, hearing loss can affect virtually every aspect of an individual’s life. Numerous studies, …

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Healthy Eating Solutions for Everyday Life!

Everything you eat and drink matters. Find your healthy eating style and maintain it for a lifetime. Start with small changes to make healthier choices you can enjoy. The right mix can help you be healthier now and into the future. To build your own healthy eating style, follow the MyPlate building blocks. Each one has starter tips to inspire …

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Nutrition Tips for a Healthy Heart

Healthy diet and lifestyle are your best weapons to fight cardiovascular disease. It’s not as hard as you may think!  Remember, it’s the overall pattern of your choices that counts. Make the simple steps below part of your life for long-term benefits to your health and your heart. Use up at least as many calories as you take in. • …

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When You are suffering from chronic back & necK Pain the road to recovery can seem difficult to follow…

If you are suffering from chronic, severe back or neck pain you are not alone.  Back pain is the leading cause of physical disability in the United States with over 50 million Americans suffering from back pain at any given moment.  Back pain is also the second reason for emergency room visits each year, second only to pregnancy. Back pain …

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How Safe Is Your Estate From Long Term Medical Cost Drainage?

By Steven J. Gibbs, Esq. Hello Friends & Colleagues! At Health & Wellness, planning for long term medical care costs is an ongoing concern.  Still, you may not know that even if you’ve taken the admirable step of setting up an estate plan, complete with Revocable Living Trust, Pour Over Wills, Durable Powers of Attorney, Medical Directives and a snazzy …

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“On Your Feet!” Ball of Foot Pain

By Christopher M. Cole, L.Ped Do you experience pain in the ball of your foot?  Ball of foot pain is a general term to denote a painful condition in the area just before the toes in the metatarsal region of the foot. These bones equally share the weight of a person during walking and daily activities. So, extreme pain in …

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