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You Say “OT,” I Say “PT”

What's the difference between PT and OT? Physical therapy focuses on improving a patient’s physical function, mobility and strength. Occupational therapy focuses on improving a patient’s ability to perform meaningful activities as independently as possible. It would be nice if you could get both from one therapist, but that's not how it works. ...
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Perennials: Time to Divide & Conquer

It’s that time of year when garden borders begin to look either overgrown or have spots where plants have died out. August is a good time to consider dividing and rearranging perennials. Which ones should you divide now? ...
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Defending Against Scammers Who Target Social Security Benefits

Scammers are always finding new ways to steal your money and personal information. The best way to defeat scammers is to know how to identify scams and to ignore suspicious calls and emails.   ...
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BeautySuppliers.org Generating Customer Complaints

Since 2023, consumers across the U.S. have contacted the BBB after attempting to purchase assorted household goods from a company named “Beauty Suppliers," which claims to be headquartered in Cleveland. Consumers complain that they have paid for, but never received, items ranging from everything from spiced tea mix to deodorant to car tires. Further, the company allegedly provides fake tracking numbers and charges ambiguous purchase fees. ...
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Hungry Eyes: What Human Foods Can Dogs Eat?

Is there harm in sharing a little bit of your leftovers with your dog? What about feeding them from the table? The fact is that some foods that humans eat are perfectly fine for dogs, while others can be dangerous.  ...
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Delirium in Older Adults

Delirium is a temporary state of mental confusion that starts suddenly. It is caused by a physical condition of some sort, such as infections, dehydration or low salt levels, and liver and kidney problems. Someone suffering from delirium might not know where they are, what time it is, or what’s happening to them. It can be very frightening to see a loved one so disoriented, but typically, delirium will go away with treatment and support.  ...
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Introducing Social Security Video Connect

If you need to meet with a Social Security representative, you have more optioins than going to the office. With the Social Security Video Connect option, you can conduct business with SSA using video on your personal device, from your preferred location. ...
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Matthew Deliberato Loves What He Does

A good thing to do when you love what you do is to keep doing it. So that's what Matt Diliberato shows us how to do. ...
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