Author Archives: Russell Silberman

Most people have never heard of Universal Health Coverage Day. It lands on December 12th and doesn’t come with celebrations or shopping deals. However, for something that doesn’t make headlines, it carries a message that affects us all.

November invites a closer look at a condition that quietly reshapes many households. Alzheimer’s is often introduced as memory loss, yet the experience reaches further. It can touch language, judgment, and the daily routines that hold a day together. Awareness Month is a chance to slow down, learn what the illness actually involves, and consider […]

Let’s be honest—figuring out health insurance doesn’t top anyone’s list of favorite fall activities. But if you want to stay covered (or finally get a plan that works for you), this is the time to pay attention.

September rolls around and everyone’s talking about back-to-school, fall plans, maybe even pumpkin spice. But there’s something else on the calendar that doesn’t get the same buzz: National Cholesterol Education Month. Exciting? Maybe not. Important? Absolutely.

Every year on August 15th, we get a reminder that doesn’t cost anything, doesn’t require travel, and probably doesn’t get enough attention: National Relaxation Day. It’s not a major holiday. There’s no pressure to buy a gift or make a reservation. But it matters, especially now.

By July, most people are outside a lot more—grilling, walking, beach days, kids running around. It’s the time of year when everything feels a bit easier. Except sun exposure. That part sneaks up fast.

With the weather getting warmer and the days getting longer, our thoughts naturally turn to spending more time outdoors. What most people don’t realize is that making the time to go out can be a great way to improve not only your mood but also your health. When we step outside, we are more inclined […]

Caring for an aging parent or loved one at home is one of the most personal and meaningful choices a family can make. For many older adults, remaining in their home, surrounded by familiar routines, memories, and people, can bring a deep sense of comfort and independence. But wellness doesn’t happen on its own. It […]

Open any newspaper or magazine these days, and you find many commentaries on how we are becoming too tied to our computers and other digital devices while losing the critical connections we used to have with friends, neighbors, colleagues, and even our own family members. International best-selling author and trusted thought leader for Google School […]

Performing a self-exam aids in the early detection of various medical conditions, helping you to prevent a potentially severe diagnosis. As February is National Self-Check Month, we are going to focus on one of the most effective types of self-exams, checking for skin cancer.