May brings reminder to prioritize our mental health
For Mental Health Awareness Month, I interviewed a rock star in the Southern Nevada mental health community: Dr. Roberta Miranda-Alonzo. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/livewell/may-brings-reminder-to-prioritize-our-mental-health-3044557/
Dispelling common myths about organ donation
It’s estimated that more than 15 people die every day in the U.S. because of the lack of donor organs. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/livewell/dispelling-common-myths-about-organ-donation-3044544/
Anne Hathaway grateful to be in ‘a constant state of bloom’
At 41, the “Idea of You” actress says: “I’m so much better at sharing at this age, plus I’m kinder to myself now. And I can take...
Savvy Senior: Tips for finding affordable internet service
The Affordable Connectivity Program has helped close the digital divide in the U.S., but it is set to end in mid-May. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/livewell/savvy-senior-tips-for-finding-affordable-internet-service-3044028/
How to enroll in Medicare after being laid off
Dear Toni: My husband, Steven, has been laid off. He is 68 but never enrolled in Medicare Part B because he had employer benefits. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/livewell/how-to-enroll-in-medicare-after-being-laid-off-3044013/
Rosen introduces bill to lower prescription drug costs for seniors
The bill, introduced by Sens. Jacky Rosen and John Cornyn, would reduce out-of-pocket costs by requiring coinsurances to be based on the net price of a medication....
US challenges ‘bogus’ patents on Ozempic, other drugs to spur competition
Federal regulators are challenging patents on 20 brand-name drugs, including the blockbuster weight-loss injection Ozempic. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/life/health/us-challenges-bogus-patents-on-ozempic-other-drugs-to-spur-competition-3043003/
DEA to reclassify marijuana as less dangerous drug, sources say
The proposal would not legalize marijuana outright for recreational use, but it would represent a seismic shift in American drug policy. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/life/health/dea-to-reclassify-marijuana-as-less-dangerous-drug-sources-say-3042732/
‘All about public health’: Clark County makes changes to air quality rules
Clark County is making changes to its air quality regulations in an effort to decrease ozone levels in the Las Vegas Valley. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/clark-county/all-about-public-health-clark-county-makes-changes-to-air-quality-rules-3041259/
Some petunia varieties can stand up to our summer heat
There are lots of different kinds of petunias. For instance, the Madness Summer Series can take the heat, but petunias typically are not known for that. Original...









