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Debbie L. Miller

A freelance writer since 1990, Debbie L. Miller lives in Brooklyn, New York where she also pens plays, monologues, short stories, memoir, and humor pieces. She won the 2017 Mona Schreiber Prize for Humorous Fiction and Nonfiction. She is a frequent contributor to Next Avenue and an avid gardener.

Linda Garcia standing in front of the Tesoro Savage Terminal at Port Washington.

From Love Canal to Tesoro, the Fight for Environmental Justice Continues

Activists Lois Gibbs and Linda Garcia are both tackling corporate pollution
March 2, 2020
Hip Xray being examined by a doctor

What to Do If You Have Hip Pain

An expert's advice on next steps to take, depending on the condition
January 27, 2020
From Theatre 55's production of 'Pippin'

Raising the Curtain on Senior Theater

Creativity, activity and camaraderie are just some of its benefits
January 15, 2020
Garden

How Does Your School Garden Grow?

Volunteers thrive on sharing their gardening passion with kids
August 14, 2019
Retiring on a Shoestring

Retiring on a Shoestring

How one couple is doing it, and what financial advisers suggest
July 26, 2019
Coral Bells

Planting Coral Bells for Mom

After a dormant period, this author's love for gardening blooms again
May 8, 2019
Knee Replacement Surgery

What Are the Alternatives to Knee Replacement Surgery?

Pros and cons of surgery vs. exercise, massage, medicines and acupuncture
April 2, 2019
Online Dating

What, Me Date?

Separating fact from fiction when it comes to online dating
March 26, 2019
High Blood Pressure

Lifestyle Changes to Help Control High Blood Pressure

In addition to medication, these alternatives can help bring your numbers down
March 11, 2019
Snowbirds

12 Safety Tips for Snowbirds

Here are some best practices for those driving to warmer winter climates
December 19, 2018
Thinning Skin

What to Know About Thinning Skin and Easy Bruising Skin

How you or a loved one can avoid injury and care for older skin
November 12, 2018
Car Repair

How Women Can Avoid Car Repair Ripoffs

Know your car and do your homework to get the best service
August 6, 2018
Tai Chi

Try Tai Chi for Balance and Fall Prevention

The ancient practice targets physical and cognitive fundamentals
July 9, 2018
Good Neighbors of Park Slope

'Good Neighbors of Park Slope' Helps Residents Age in Place

The Brooklyn nonprofit's goal: to help members remain independent
May 3, 2018
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