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Margie Zable Fisher

Margie Zable Fisher is a freelance writer and the founder of The 50-Year-Old Mermaid, where she and other 50+ women share their learnings and experiences on living their best lives after 50. Her website is margiezfisher.com.

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Turn Up the Volume on Audiobooks

Listening to stories offers a mental health boost, may give your eyes relief and can be a source of entertainment

January 7, 2021

How to Find and Listen to Great Podcasts

While exploring everything from entertainment to education, here are some smart suggestions to enhance your experience

January 4, 2021

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You Asked, Experts Answered: Tips on Safer Holiday Gatherings

Who to invite, traveling tips and going virtual

November 3, 2020

How to Boost Your Immune System This Flu Season

Which vitamins should you take? And how much?

October 19, 2020

How to Make Smart Medicare Open Enrollment Choices in 2020

8 tips due to the pandemic, new Medicare rules and expanded coverage

October 12, 2020

The COVID-19 Cremation Trend: What You Need to Know

Experts offer advice on everything from religious rules to cost

September 21, 2020

How the Pandemic Has Increased Suicidal Thoughts

What to do to help yourself or a loved one

September 10, 2020

How Acupuncture Can Help With Pain During the Pandemic

Under new rules, Medicare now covers some acupuncture treatments

August 27, 2020

Where Family Caregivers Can Get Financial Assistance

Advice about state and local programs, some created due to the pandemic

August 5, 2020

Offering Sympathy From a Distance in the Time of Coronavirus

When a friend is grieving a loss, here are ways to provide support

March 19, 2020

How to Help Your Parents Make Friends

Expand mom and dad's social lives with these tips

March 5, 2020

Finding Part-Time Jobs With Benefits

Why more employers are offering health care to part-timers

January 21, 2020

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