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It s a common sight everywhere-baby boomers extending their arms and straining to read menus and newspapers. While this may be a normal part of aging, other more serious eye diseases often occur as we age; many without noticeable symptoms. Today, nearly one-third of Americans over 40 have a vision problem. And some of these vision problems, like glaucoma or age-related macular degeneration, can cause permanent vision loss if left undetected. What s more, the number of blind or visually impaired Americans is expected to double by the year 2020 as baby boomers age. It s important for adults to visit an eye doctor if they notice any change in their vision, especially if they are over 40 years of age, said ophthalmologist Elaine G. Some sight-threatening conditions have no early warning signs and can only be detected through an eye exam. Undetected vision problems often lead to a loss of independence, preventing Americans from driving, engaging in their favorite hobbies, reading and even performing chores around the house. The good news is that an eye exam can detect many...

Regardless of your age, your place in life, your occupation, or the ways you choose to spend time, I can guarentee that your attitude is one of the most significant things that determines your happiness and contentment in life. Attitude is so powerful because it is one of the few things that every single person has the ability to be in control of regardless of any other factors in life. When life is going well and we have no complaints we can choose what kind of attitude to face each day with. Fortunately, when our lives seem like they couldn t get any worse we can also choose what kind of attitude we will have each day. Can you think about a time in your life when your attitude made all the difference. Or, maybe think of an example from the life of someone you know. Can you think of a situation when all things looked grim and yet you or someone else s attitude made that situation better just by being positive. You may be wondering why it is important to keep a good attitude regardless of other factors in your life. Good question. One thing I ve learned about life is that it will...

Did you know there were serious risks to your health when working with a computer at home or at work. The rise in general computer usage in modern society using keyboards that permit high speed typing have resulted in an epidemic of injuries of the hands, arms, and shoulders. Use of pointing devices like mice and trackballs are as much a cause, if not more so. The thousands of repeated keystrokes and long periods of clutching and dragging mice slowly accumulates damage to the upper body limbs. The symptoms of RSI known as Repetitive Strain Injuries include aches, pain, swelling, numbness, tingling, weakness and cramps. RSI is caused by a combination of overuse and repetition, awkward or static posture and insufficient recovery time. RSI is preventable and treatable. It is vital not to ignore the early warning signs. If you have any of the symptoms of RSI take action now on prevention. If symptoms persist seek treatment immediately. If you are encountering any of the following ailments including Tingling, coldness, or numbness in the hands at anytime even after a period of using...