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RENEE P. ALDRICH: A silent problem—addiction in seniors

In this column we have spoken about aging in this country in the most positive ways. We’ve covered essential aspects like maintaining optimal health...

Dementia caregiving can expose hidden family tensions – but early planning can ease the strain

by Sarah E. Patterson, University of Michigan “Families are messy, aren’t they?” a daughter commented during a series of focus groups I ran with caregivers...

Iron overload: how tea, coffee, red meat and alcohol can affect absorption

by Alexandra Cremona, University of Limerick Most of us are used to hearing about the risks of not getting enough iron. Yet having too much...

Grieving lost body function: What psychology teaches us about our chronic illness journeys

by Li-elle Rapaport, University of Manitoba Body changes can raise disturbing feelings, such as looking in a mirror and seeing a reflection that may feel...

Pittsburgh’s kindergartners fall below the measles safety threshold, testing the city’s vaccine legacy

by Rebecca Smullin Dawson, Allegheny College It takes a lot to knock football out of the headlines in Pittsburgh. But reports of measles cases, exposure...

Most Americans face persistent challenges of saving for retirement, new survey reveals

RETIREMENT ADVICE—This couple discusses their retirement plans with a financial advisor. A new survey by the Employee Benefit Research Institute reveals that while many...

The 2026 Circle of Courage Awards

THE 2026 CLASS OF THE CIRCLE OF COURAGE AWARDS, HELD, AUGUST 8, AT THE DOUBLETREE HOTEL, GREEN TREE. (PHOTOS BY J.L. MARTELLO) HONOREE PASTOR CHRISTIAN...

RENEE P. ALDRICH: Embracing change —the one constant in life

"Everything must change, nothing stays the same, everyone and everything will change, no one stays the same, the young become the old, mysteries do...

Childcare’s high cost, low supply pushes Pittsburgh families to get creative

Southwestern Pennsylvania households struggle to find affordable care for kids. A hybrid worker, a homeschooler, a nanny and a former daycare worker talk about...

Lactose intolerance is actually the human norm – but racism, the US government and business interests have made it into a condition

by Hilary Smith, University of Denver Lactose intolerance makes drinking milk or eating ice cream a literal pain. For some people, eating a dairy treat...
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