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Debbie L. Miller

Debbie L. Miller is a Brooklyn, NY journalist. She's been a freelance writer since 1990 and has been writing for Next Avenue.org since 2018, specializing in health and wellness. Miller is a produced playwright in and outside New York City and an award-winning humor/satire writer with a background in comedy and theater. Her publications also include short stories and personal essays.

Read more about her at DebbieLMiller and DebbieLMillerComedy.

A man over 55 stretching outside. Next Avenue, Men's guide to health

Why Men Over 50 Should Prioritize Their Health

Regular physicals, cancer screenings and healthy lifestyle choices are all essential
June 20, 2022
Twiggy and David Bowie wearing pastel colored makeup for the cover of his album. Next Avenue, Twiggy, body image

What Twiggy Taught Me About Body Image

The British 'influencer' from the 1960s was an anti-role model for teens struggling with weight
March 30, 2022
An older woman sitting up in bed and holding her back in pain from Fibromyalgia. Next Avenue,what is Fibromyalgia, symptoms

Fibromyalgia: What You Need to Know

Fibromyalgia is not always easy to diagnose and can be confused with other conditions
March 25, 2022
A couple smiling in front of the ocean. Next Avenue, retirement, retiring, on a budget

Retiring on a Shoestring: How It's Going 2 Years Later

Joan and Steve Reid planned to retire happily by slashing their spending after moving from New York to less-costly Florida in 2019. Here's what happened.
December 27, 2021
A pill bottle with vitamins spilled out onto a table. Next Avenue, nontraditional common cold treatments

Nontraditional Treatments for a Cold: Do They Work?

Here's your guide to whether things like Vitamin C, ginger and zinc actually help fight the common cold
November 15, 2021
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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