Dr. Vivek Murthy, second-term U.S. Surgeon General, is the grandson of a poor farmer in India. He remembers something his grandfather told him when he was younger, that “(w)e are responsible for each other.”In his travels … [Read more...]
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February 23, 2018 by
Q. I live an hour away from both my daughters and their families, but they never visit me. I am aware that they are busy with soccer games and other activities, but I wish they could make the time to come see me once in a … [Read more...]
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July 26, 2017 by
Erica and her husband, Russ, go to the local diner sometimes for breakfast. The past couple of times they were there, they noticed a senior man sitting alone. The man proudly wore a WWII veteran hat.One morning, Russ, who is a … [Read more...]
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June 16, 2017 by
Q. My neighbor, Sam, has lived alone in his home ever since his wife died three years ago. He used to come outside and greet us and attend neighborhood events. Now, he goes days on end without speaking to anyone. His son, who … [Read more...]
Print This PageIs Mom Okay? Things to Look Out for When You Visit for the Holidays
December 9, 2016 by
Q. My siblings and our families are going to spend Christmas this year with our mother at our family home in Virginia Beach. She lives alone with her dog, Rascal. Since Thanksgiving, the last couple of times I called her, she … [Read more...]
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August 15, 2014 by
Rest in Peace Robin WilliamsQ. I was absolutely devastated to hear about Comedian Robin Williams' suicide. My family is still in shock. I have an uncle who has suffered bouts of depression over the years, and I worry about … [Read more...]
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