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Jun 24, 2024 | 
marketwatch.com | Chester Wu |Lauren Sherman |Brooke Helton |Steven Marshall
Learn more about sleep and mattresses with detailed research, rankings, and guides on buying online. Our Process Conduct robust research.
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Jun 14, 2024 | 
ncoa.org | Suzanne Gorovoy |Susan Stiles |Steven Marshall
Find your optimal sleeping temperature to improve your overall sleep quality. Temperature has a direct correlation with our circadian rhythm. Studies have shown older adults sleep better in environments between 68°F–77°F (20°C–25°C) . Sleeping temperature impacts stages of sleep: rapid eye movement (REM), non-rapid eye movement (NREM), and slow wave sleep (SWS). Hot and humid sleeping environments can result in insomnia due to increased core temperature.
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May 9, 2024 | 
conservativeangle.com | Steven Marshall
The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled against two Alabama women seeking immediate hearings to reclaim property that was seized from them after crimes committed by other people, a move that declines to set a new asset forfeiture standard. In a 6-3 decision penned by Justice Brett Kavanaugh, the Supreme Court wrote that the due process clause requires timely forfeiture hearings but does not require a preliminary hearing, marking a blow to the plaintiffs in the case.
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May 6, 2024 | 
marketwatch.com | Steven Marshall |Brittany Ferri
Best Hybrid Mattress: Key TakeawaysOur best overall pick is the Saatva Classic, which offers several firmness options, free white-glove delivery and a 365-night sleep trial. The cost of queen-size mattresses in our hybrid roundup ranges from $1,248.80 to $2,305. We tested all of these mattresses firsthand in our sleep lab to bring you objective reviews and rankings.
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Mar 19, 2024 | 
marketwatch.com | Steven Marshall
In the United States, 15.5% of adults experience difficulty hearing, according to the National Center for Health Statistics survey. Yet less than 25% of those with hearing loss wear a hearing aid. But hearing loss can lead to cognitive decline, as well as depression and social isolation, making treating your hearing loss important.
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Feb 7, 2024 | 
ncoa.org | Suzanne Gorovoy |Susan Stiles |Steven Marshall
Use these methods to improve your quality of sleep and overall health and well-being. Poor-quality sleep has been associated with multiple health problems, including obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure, and it can negatively impact mental health. The average time it takes to fall asleep is between 10–20 minutes. Falling asleep more quickly can help you achieve the recommended seven hours of sleep per night.
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Jan 23, 2024 | 
ncoa.org | Christopher Norman |Kathleen Cameron |caregiving. Cameron |Steven Marshall
What you need to know for donating, selling, disposing of, or recycling medical equipment and supplies. Once a patient no longer requires at-home care, families are left with the task of determining what to do with leftover medical supplies. These items often require specific disposal practices. Without instructions on how to carry that out, families may throw them in the trash or follow unsafe disposal practices. Disposal isn’t the only choice for unused medical supplies.
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Dec 13, 2023 | 
ncoa.org | Chester Wu |Steven Marshall |Susan Stiles
Understanding the impact of sleep on your overall health and following good sleep habits can help you manage chronic diseases as you age. Adults should get seven to nine hours of sleep per night, but about 1 in 3 of us report not getting enough rest. Sleeping less than six hours a night has been linked to dementia. Sleep problems can lead to chronic health diseases like cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and diabetes.
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Dec 8, 2023 | 
marketwatch.com | Steven Marshall |Christopher Norman
Experiencing a fall as an older adult is a stressful experience and can result in fear and anxiety, even if an injury did not occur. Those who have fallen may become withdrawn, have less confidence and feel a loss of independence. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revealed 1 in 4, or 14 million, older adults fall yearly. Only about half of those who fall tell their doctor. In addition, falling once doubles the chance of another fall.
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Nov 21, 2023 | 
marketwatch.com | Steven Marshall |Christopher Norman
The MarketWatch Guides team performs a deep dive into any product we research and recommend, including the ever-growing medical alert systems market. We only recommend medical alert systems we believe will have a positive impact on the lives of our readers. We looked at 18 different brands in this space and, based on price, availability and features, we chose 12 brands to test.
