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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.

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Disappearing Acts

'Ghosting' may now be common in employment and dating relationships, but it still hurts
September 26, 2023
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Doc, Let's Take A Walk!

A global program invites participants to have a conversation with a doctor and enjoy a healthy walk outdoors at the same time
August 30, 2023
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Physician Howard Tucker: Still Seeing Patients at Age 101

Neurologist Howard Tucker has no plans to retire, plus he's a TikTok sensation
July 19, 2023
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Where’s Your Heir?

Locating missing heirs after the death of their benefactor can require detective work worthy of Sam Spade
July 3, 2023
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The Cell Phone Turns 50

The ubiquitous device seems indispensable to many of us today, but a long time ago in a society far less connected . . .
June 27, 2023
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Living Only on Social Security

Millions of people approaching retirement age have lost their savings or could never set money aside; here’s how they plan to cope
June 21, 2023
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Here Come the Sunspots

What are they and why do we get them? The best preventive tactic for sunspots is to keep sun exposure at bay.
May 24, 2023
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How to Manage Rising Food Costs

Tips for coping with the sunsetting of pandemic food benefits just when inflation is accelerating to the fastest pace in a generation
May 18, 2023
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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
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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
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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
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