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By George W. Chapman The recent ruling limiting the authority of federal agencies like the EPA, Consumer Protection Agency, Education and the Department of
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Get Out and Get Your Groove On
By Eva Briggs, MD I’m lucky to live near a park that hosts weekly free concerts during the summer. When the music is going,
Little-Known Farro Deserves a Major Shout-Out
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How to Find Reliable Health Information Online
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, How can I tell if the health info on a website is trustworthy? I usually do a Google
Celebrate Your Independence with Social Security
By Warren Beck | Social Security District Manager in Syracuse Every July 4, we celebrate our nation’s independence. For nearly 90 years, our programs
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The Mental Health Crisis in Our Country — A Crisis Within a Crisis
The mental health crisis within a crisis is the impact of a family member undergoing a mental health issue on their family. A 2022