If you happened to catch the film “Life of the Party” starring Melissa McCarthy she plays a mom (Deanna) who has just sent her daughter to college. As she leaves the school after dropping her daughter off, Deanna's husband lays a bomb that he’s been having an affair and wants a divorce. Deanna decides to go back to college and joins her daughter, much to her kid’s chagrin. It … [Read more...]
How to Live with the Devastating Diagnosis of MS? – An Artist’s Story
Judy Rogers is an artist who lives in Texas. At the age of 52, she found out she had Multiple Sclerosis, (MS) a disease of the nervous system. The immune system accidentally attacks the myelin, (protective sheath) over the nerve cells in the brain or spine. For many people, it can be extremely debilitating, but Judy has managed the disease and has been thriving for the last 16 … [Read more...]
4 Healthy Aging Habits for Women Over 50 to Start Today
If you’re a regular reader at BabyBoomster, you’ve probably been inspired by the energetic take on growing older without growing old: viewing age as just a number and recognizing that we’re only as old as we let ourselves feel. With that in mind, here are 4 healthy aging habits that can help women over 50 stay healthy, strong, and sharp for years to come: 1. Just … [Read more...]
Why Speaking Languages May Delay Dementia
The World Health Organization reports that there are almost 36 million people worldwide with dementia, a progressive condition that affects memory and behavior, and that number will double in the next 15 years. The disease creates a huge strain on those who suffer from it, their families and caregivers, and society, costing an estimated $604 billion per year. WHO reports that … [Read more...]
