As time goes by, items that are not stored or discarded when they’ve lost their utility can gradually take over a space, creating a claustrophobic, cluttered feeling that can affect how people feel in their homes.
Dear Doctors: My nephew is 12 years old and was diagnosed with hypertension. I was surprised because I didn’t realize this could be a problem for kids his age. I don’t remember having my blood pressure checked as a kid. What information do you have about this?
December — and winter in general — in Louisiana is a fine time to plant in the landscape. Now is the time to add trees, shrubs and coolseason annual and perennial bedding plants. The key is to know what to plant, where to plant and what the intended use of the space is.
