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Increased sugar intake may have triggered RA flare

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Dear Doctors: I stopped eating sugar while I was losing weight last spring and summer. When holiday sweets started showing up at the office and at parties, I really indulged. I noticed that hip pain from rheumatoid arthritis, which stopped while I was dieting, came back again. Did the sugar do this?

Annual Wellness Exam

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The key to a healthy year for older adults

High school students attend Engage Education event

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Engage Education offered high school juniors and seniors interested in pursuing a career in education the opportunity to learn more about Louisiana Tech University’s College of Education the last week of January. Current students and faculty in the Department of Curriculum, Instruction, and Leadership (CIL) partnered with counselors and administrators in local school districts to connect with potential future educators. Below, visiting students enjoy lunch on campus.

Did you Know?

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Older adults hoping to retire this year may have a new factor to consider. Aspiring retirees may have to play it very smart to ensure they can maximize their savings for the long haul.

Bruising, dimpling hallmarks of breast hematoma

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ASK THE DOCTORS

BIRTHDAYS

February 8

Clean up those dull, rusty garden tools before spring pruning

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Benjamin Franklin said, “The best investment is in the tools of one’s own trade.” I would take that one step further and say that taking care of one’s tools is insurance on your investment.

St. Jude Radiothon set for Feb. 15-16

The 42nd broadcast of North Louisiana’s St. Jude Radiothon is scheduled from 7 a.m. until 6 p.m. Feb. 15-16 on Ruston station Z107.5 FM.

Chores to tackle to get your home ready for spring

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Every home requires ongoing maintenance to ensure it’s living up to its aesthetic and functional best. This checklist can help you create a comfortable home setting for enjoying the warmer months.

Will Social Security be there for me?

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Dear Rusty: I am 56 and hope to hold out to get maximum Social Security at age 70. However, with all of the talk of Social Security funds being depleted, is it wise to continue with this mindset? Will there even be Social Security benefits for folks in my age bracket? Should I think about starting Social Security benefits as soon as I am eligible?