There is “typical” summer weather and then there is extreme heat. Temperatures in the triple digits put summertime weather into the category of dangerous conditions. Just a few weeks ago, the entire Eastern Seaboard experienced a fast and furious heat wave that sent...
Valuable links from your July 2025 edition of Through the Wire: Page 1 Extreme Heat is Serious and So Too Should Be Your Heat Awareness Page 2 Look Out for Those at High Risk In High Heat Are Your Meds Making You Vulnerable? You can email a pharmacist through our...
Financial Stability If your finances aren’t stable, it’s difficult to have a smooth retirement. Calculate how much income you’ll need in retirement. Healthcare Healthcare is a major expense which directly affects how enjoyable your retirement is....
The social media app TikTok may be a good source of entertainment but it’s definitely not a good source for medical advice. Last summer, TikTok influencers attempted to start a trend urging people NOT to use sunscreen. Claims of “The more time you spend outside, the...
Enjoying a cocktail, in moderation, is often viewed as a way to relax and be social. However, a study recently presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s annual meeting found that alcohol-related deaths, particularly those linked to cancers of the head...
The measles virus was considered eliminated from the U.S. for over 20 years, that is until this past spring when more than 1,000 cases of the virus presented across the U.S. As of May 23rd, outbreaks have been found in 30 states and New York City. About 67 percent of...
