The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates that more than half of people over age 65 will need help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing or eating at some point, either for an extended period or the rest of their lives. Some research suggests that share may be as high ...

MAHONING PERI TO MEET: The Public Employee Retirees (PERI) of Mahoning County Chapter 18 will meet at noon Tuesday at Avion on the Water Banquet Center, 2177 E. Western Reserve Road in Canfield. Cost is $20 by contacting Carol at 330-758-5239, Diane at 330-547-9612 or Janice at 330-360-7239. ...

Q. My gastroenterologist prescribed Prilosec for GERD. After reading about the negative side effects, I talked with a staff member at my local health food co-op whom I trust. She recommended DGL licorice extract, digestive enzymes and aloe vera gel. I take the licorice and enzymes before ...

DEAR ANNIE: My husband and I host Easter brunch every year for both sides of the family — about 16 people total. I cook a big frittata, a glazed ham, homemade rolls and a salad or two. My problem is my sister-in-law, “Brenda.” For the past four years, she has signed up to bring dessert. ...

DEAR HELOISE: How much longer do we have to put up with tubes of toothpaste that we can’t empty like we used to by rolling up the tube? I have to cut open the tube, where almost one-third of the toothpaste is still there. Then I have to scrape it out little by little with my toothbrush, which ...