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Interest rates are at an all-time low. They have been ridiculously low for the past year and economists are not expecting them to increase anytime soon. Low interest rates have brought buyers into the real estate market, some of them first-time buyers. ...

Dr. Bombay from the ‘60s sitcom “Bewitched” treated his witch patients (and an occasional non-witch) with a combination of spells, miracle pills and other unconventional treatments. If that’s your reference point for non-mainstream medicine, it’s time to adjust your thinking. Sound therapy, biofeedback, hypnosis and other clinically tested therapies can be valuable tools for caregivers and patients, widening treatment options. The alternative has become mainstream. ...

Meaningful tidbits: Send a thank-you note… every day. For a year. Akron Urban League - meeting needs in trying times. Punches, kicks, spit and thanks - a reporter’s story. Cleveland Public Library bring the world to your doorstep. And meet Virginia Phillips, the artist behind our cover ...

While digital world intrusions and breaches affect us, unfortunately, they are outside our domain of control. We can’t control the security of the information stored at these government agencies and private companies. Should we then throw up our arms and give up? What can we do for something we have no control over? ...

Many of us have turned to hiking as a way to safely connect with friends while getting some much-needed exercise, fresh air and sunshine. That was easy to do when the weather was nice and the days were long. Winter is a tougher sell. Don’t be intimidated. Judging by the dozens of hikes scheduled each week throughout Northeast Ohio, a lot of people are doing a lot of wintertime hiking and they encourage the winter-weary to join them. ...

It’s easy to idealize our 20s, now that they’re firmly in our rearview mirror. It was a fun part of my life, but it also came with an undercurrent of uncertainty. I knew that a lot was going to happen, but my path was bracketed by fuzzy outlines that intimidated rather than inspired. ...

Many of our parents come from a generation during which they relied solely on the doctor to understand, identify and quickly know the answers to our medical concerns. The patient-doctor exchange was primarily focused on the doctor’s input, while the patient rarely questioned or added additional information. ...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Here is our digital edition of the January/February issue of Northeast Ohio Boomer and Beyond, featuring our original wintry cover by local artist Virginia K. Phillips!

Beyond the joys of winter hiking, we cover a wide range of topics to enrich your journey to “Better Living After 50.” Read about two authors whose books are set in Northeast Ohio and learn why it’s such a rich setting for their popular fiction series.

Meanwhile, don’t let the cold weather and grey skies keep you cooped up indoors. We’ve got hundreds of trails and parks to explore; many hiking enthusiasts say winter is their favorite time of year.

When was the last time you had a good night’s sleep? Find helpful tips in our story about natural solutions to improve your Zzzs.

New grandparent? Not so fast. A lot has changed since we were raising our babies. We’ve got you covered with an overview about infant care, 2021-style.

How do you know if it’s time to consider alternative medicine? We break down what it is, what’s safe, and why integrative and complementary treatments are valuable tools that local physicians recommend for some of their patients.

We’ve only touched on a few stories in our jam-packed January/February issue. Look for it, and enjoy!

Print copies are coming to newsstands (Marc’s, Discount Drug Mart, Giant Eagle and others) soon. Of course, Boomer Insider Club members get our print issue mailed directly to their homes. But if you’re out and about, look for our next issue featuring winter hikes throughout Northeast Ohio.

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