Annuity myths are harmful because they lead people to dismiss annuities out of hand when they could be a perfect fit. Myth 1: annuities are all the same. They’re good only for retirees. Fact: different types of annuities are distinct and can help a range of people achieve their financial goals. Annuities fall into two… Continue reading Five Annuity Myths That Can Blind You to Good Options
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Stigma and Myths about Psoriasis Are Pervasive in the U.S.
The autoimmune disorder psoriasis is surprisingly stigmatized today among people in the U.S., according to researchers from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. The study, which involved both psychologists and dermatologists, was published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. Investigators found that the stigma associated with the condition… Continue reading Stigma and Myths about Psoriasis Are Pervasive in the U.S.
Don’t Fall for These Six Internet Myths about Statins
Thanks to mailings and websites that claim statin medications are harmful or unnecessary, many patients are confused about whether they should take them. That’s unfortunate, because the medication not only helps prevent heart attacks and strokes but also lowers the chance of developing peripheral arterial disease, or PAD, in which the arteries in the feet… Continue reading Don’t Fall for These Six Internet Myths about Statins
Common Myths about Sun Protection
Misconceptions about sun exposure are plentiful and put people at risk for skin cancer. “As a practicing dermatologist for over 20 years, I am regularly surprised when patients tell me they love sunbathing and spend hours in the direct sun, that SPF isn’t really important in suntan lotion or that tanning beds aren’t really too… Continue reading Common Myths about Sun Protection
4 Myths about Adult Braces
Country music fans noticed something different about Faith Hill’s smile a few years back when she showed up for the Country Music awards. The popular singer wore braces, adding her name to the growing number of adults who decided to straighten their teeth through the traditional “mouth hardware” usually associated with children and teenagers. There… Continue reading 4 Myths about Adult Braces
The Eight Myths about Senior Living Facilities
The myths of senior living are ubiquitous. Thanks to a 24-hour news cycle, outrageous daytime TV shows, and a generally negative stereotype, retirement homes and senior living facilities often bear the brunt of false allegations and rumors. Debunking the myths of senior living is critical for families looking to broach the subject of a… Continue reading The Eight Myths about Senior Living Facilities
Myths and Facts About Mental Illness
Although most of us are perfectly fine with discussing physical health, mental health is another matter. The truth about mental health is often lost in a fog of fear, anger and ignorance. Here, the experts at www.mentalhealth.gov , a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, separate mental-health facts from myths: Myth:… Continue reading Myths and Facts About Mental Illness
Help for Navigating The Medicare Maze
Navigating the Medicare system can be frustrating and even frightening for many people, but the National Council on Aging has created an improved site to make it easier. The NCOA’s www.mymedicarematters.org offers personalized tools and enrollment advice to anyone looking for Medicare information. According to a news release from NCOA, the site has always offered… Continue reading Help for Navigating The Medicare Maze
The 5 Worst Myths About Obesity
More than a third of adults in the United States, 35.1 percent, are obese, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Nearly 70 percent are at least overweight, and obesity in adolescents has quadrupled in the past three decades. “Despite all the attention, an unhealthy amount of body fat remains an insidious problem,” says Dr.… Continue reading The 5 Worst Myths About Obesity
Going Gluten-Free: A Mayo Clinic Expert Explains The Most Common Myths
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Misinformation abounds when it comes to celiac disease and gluten-free eating. But an estimated 1 in 141 Americans has celiac disease, and countless more may be sensitive to gluten. Unfortunately, many people with celiac disease are misdiagnosed or do not know they have the condition because its symptoms are often varied and subtle. Moreover, “gluten-free”… Continue reading Going Gluten-Free: A Mayo Clinic Expert Explains The Most Common Myths