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Rosie Wolf Williams

Rosie Wolf Williams

Rosie Wolf Williams is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in USA Weekend, Woman's Day, AARP the Magazine and elsewhere.

A colorful bouquet of dahlia flowers. Next Avenue gardening, seed catalogs

Seed Catalogs: The Promise of Spring

Seed catalogs bring color and hope to winter days, and the chance to think about the growing season ahead
February 16, 2023
Hundreds of different bras hanging on a clothes line.

'A Good Bra Isn't a Luxury - It's a Wellness Item'

It's true that bra-wearing needs change with age. Expect some trial and error when shopping for a new bra.
February 3, 2023
Salt and pepper shakers sitting on a table. Next Avenue, how much sodium, healthy amount of salt

Should You Pass the Salt or Take a Pass On It?

Salt can be an enemy of health, but in moderation, it's something our bodies need
February 2, 2023
A father and daughter hunched over their computers. Next Avenue, dowager's hump, tech neck, text hump

Dowager's Hump Is Not Just An 'Old' Problem

Dowager's Hump has a new name - text hump - so look up from those cell phones and take steps to help prevent it
January 23, 2023
A sign for the bathroom sign along a hiking trail. Next Avenue, Urinary incontinence

Urinary Incontinence Is More Common Than You Might Think

From following a healthy diet to correcting posture, here's what you need to know about urinary incontinence
January 13, 2023
A woman walking her dog in the winter. Next Avenue, nature break

Take a Nature Break for Better Health

Walking outdoors, or just spending time at the window, can boost your mental, physical and emotional well-being
January 4, 2023
A person in a hot tub after doing aquatic therapy. Next Avenue, benefits

Can Aquatic Therapy Help Older Adults?

Treating water as a therapeutic tool for better mobility and overall health
January 2, 2023
A man filing his year-end tax returns. Next Avenue, charitable giving, taxes, donations

The Giving Season Winds Down

Seasonal sentiments and income-tax rules make the end of December a particularly busy time for qualified charities and the donors who support them
December 27, 2022
A person chopping up mushrooms in the kitchen. Next Avenue, gut health, probiotics, prebiotics, postbiotics

What Does Your Gut Tell You About Your Health?

Small but mighty microorganisms are key to gut health and overall well-being
December 23, 2022
An illustration of candy canes. Next Avenue, candy cane history

Candy Canes Bring a Twist to the Holidays

The red and white candy cane has a long and storied past. But is there a right way to eat one?
December 16, 2022
A woven casket with flowers on top of it. Next Avenue, non traditional burial options

Back to the Earth: Non-Traditional Burials

Paper urns, memorial trees and biodegradable caskets are options for those who want their burial to be environmentally friendly
November 16, 2022
A caregiver and a patient in nature. Next Avenue, spirituality, caregiving

How Spirituality Can Affect Caregiving

A new study points to ways spirituality can help people achieve better health outcomes
November 14, 2022
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