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After all these years, Thanksgiving retains its meeting

It always amazes me that Thanksgiving has survived hundreds of years intact—still holding onto the tradition and meaning it was first imbued by the Pilgrims. It’s worth reading the story again, to be reminded this is a holiday of peace, abundance, and for giving great thanks for all that ...

What to know about energy drink risks for kids

Sean and Heidi Cripe will never forget the call from their son's high school saying Davis was being taken to the emergency room. "He chugged an energy drink — like, just trying to be cool," said Sean Cripe, recounting the day nearly a decade ago. The teen's heart soon fell out of rhythm ...

Explaining the differences between HMO, PPO plans

Question: My friend has a $0 premium HMO, and I have a PPO plan. I pay a premium for my plan. Our copays are similar, so what are the differences? Answer: In talking about insurance products, it is a lot like talking about cars. Every car has a different price, with different options, ...