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Here’s how one local teen is working to honor fallen military members
The title “Gold Star Family” was initiated in World War I to distinguish a family that experiences the loss of a loved one in military service. Continuing today, any immediate family member, parent, sibling, spouse or child, receives a Gold Star from the Department of Defense to honor those who have sacrificed their lives for this country...
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With age comes wisdom—and a loss of strength and muscle
At 74, Ann Martin says she plans to follow in her father Hilton’s footsteps and stay active up until the end of her life. “He lived a happy, active and mobile life until he passed away at 96,” she says. “He always attributed it to staying strong.” Five years ago, when she wasn’t feeling her sporadic exercise routine was...
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Dr. Danielle Shaper, of Finesse Footcare, details the options for eliminating nail fungus
About 1 in 10 people suffer from toenail fungus, which causes thick, discolored, misshapen or crumbling nails. The condition is difficult to treat and more common in seniors. In fact, the occurrence jumps to 1 in 2 people over age 70 who suffer from it. Since treatment can take several months, as newly healed nails grow out, heading into...
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Best Solutions Home Medical is committed to providing solutions that enhance comfort and accessibility in your home, allowing you to age in place with peace of mind
Since 1993, Best Solutions Home Medical Owner Greg Smolik has put his passion for a higher quality of living into purpose with his family-owned business, helping customers to age in place in their beloved homes while enhancing their quality of life. Within the 2,000-plus-square-foot showroom in Wickliffe—located across the street from...
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Amy Hoes, of eXp Realty, weighs in on the state of the Medina County real estate market
The often-quoted Chinese citation, “May you live in interesting times,” could apply to the real estate market in Northeast Ohio. While interest rates have inched up throughout 2023, home buyers have fewer homes to choose from on the market. I caught up with Amy Hoes of eXp Realty for an explanation of what that means in the short and...
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