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Grief affects each of us differently. Feelings of loss come and go without warning, even many years after a loved one has died. Sometimes, grief can be triggered by familiar events, music, smells, foods, or photographs. The holidays—full of traditions, events, group meals, and company—can heighten or reignite these intense feelings of loss. Here are…
Bogdan Protyniak MD, Division Chief of Colon and Rectal Surgery & System Director of Robotic Surgery, Geisinger Choosing good-for-you foods like fresh vegetables and whole grains is part of a healthy lifestyle. But knowing which foods to avoid can be just as important as filling your plate with vibrant veggies and lean proteins. In fact,…
‘Tis the season for holiday gatherings where we share food, time together, and germs. No matter where you are, keeping hands clean is one of the most important steps you can take to protect yourself from germs that can make you sick. Regularly washing your hands or using alcohol-based hand sanitizer when soap and water…
Some sports may make you feel on the edge of your seat. Whether you’re watching or participating, there can be a huge mental drain after an event. But to avoid this burnout, it’ll help to learn the best sports for feeling relaxed. Swimming: Go with the Flow There’s a short list of things you liked…
Many people around the world can benefit from the use of mobility aids, as they help people move independently and travel as they need. However, there are many different types of mobility aids, with each one having its own uses and benefits. Here’s a look at some of the most common ones for you to…
The dairy industry has been at an all-time high in recent years. Dairy manufacturers and processors must use state-of-the-art equipment to stay ahead of the competition, and machines must be durable and sustainable in order to increase output. Optimizing machinery with high-quality materials, such as stainless steel, is the best way to accomplish these goals.…
The entertaining new post-apocalyptic movie “Finch”—starring Tom Hanks—is currently available only on Apple TV. For PULSE readers who don’t have that service, here are five other lesser-known Hanks films to keep an eye out for: NOTHING IN COMMON (1986) Writer-director Garry Marshall had extraordinary success on TV—as creative force behind “The Odd Couple,” “Mork &…
Despite such masterworks as “Gran Torino,” “Richard Jewell” and “Changeling,” Clint Eastwood is still perhaps best known for the Westerns he either starred in or directed (or both). Eastwood’s latest, “Cry Macho,” is a “neo-Western”—that is, one that has common themes and tropes from the genre but is set in modern times. In honor of…
“Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them.” This famous quote from Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night” is nicely borne out by many available versions of the Bard’s beloved late-career comedy. To some degree, these diverse productions are all “born great,” because Shakespeare’s original multi-strand story is so rich, so funny and…