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The idea of adjusting clocks to match daylight hours dates back to the late 18th century. Benjamin Franklin first suggested the concept in 1784 as a way to save on candle usage. The modern DST was formally introduced during World War I by Germany in 1916 as a way to conserve fuel and it was widely implemented during World War II and later standardized in the U.S. with the Uniform Time Act of 1966. Today, more than 70 countries observe some form of daylight saving, though the start and end dates vary.

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our Social Security benefits can be an important part of your retirement income — but when should you start collecting them? It’s a big decision, so you’ll want to consider your options carefully. Essentially, you’ll need to decide whether you’re going to take your benefits as early as possible — age 62 — or if you should wait until your “full retirement age” or even longer. If you begin accepting benefits at 62, they’ll be about 30% lower than if you waited until your full retirement age, which is 67 if you were born in 1960 or later. And if you wait until 70, your benefits will be about 24% higher than at your full retirement age.

In deciding when to claim benefits, you’ll want to weigh these factors: • Income needs — If you need the money to help meet your daily cost of living, then you may not feel you have much of a choice about when to take Social Security. However, if you have sufficient income from other sources, such as your 401(k) or other retirement accounts, you may be able to delay taking benefits until they’re much larger.

• Employment — If you’re still working and you haven’t reached your full retirement age yet, it might be a good idea to wait before claiming Social Security because your benefits will be reduced by $1 for every $2 earned above $23,400. In the year in which you reach your full retirement age, your benefits will be reduced by $1 for every $3 earned above $62,160. (But once you reach your full retirement age, Social Security will adjust your payments to credit you for the months during which your benefits were lowered because of your income.)

• Life expectancy — None of us can say for certain how long we’ll live — but you may have some hints. For example, if you have a family history of longevity, and you’re in good health, you might decide it makes sense to delay taking Social Security until your full retirement age, or even later, as you could potentially have more years of receiving larger checks.

• Spouse — If you’re married, decisions about when to claim benefits could affect you or your spouse. The spouse with lower Social Security payments may be eligible to receive spousal benefits, which, when combined with their own benefits, can reach up to 50% of the higherbenefit spouse’s payment at their full retirement age. To qualify, the lower-benefit spouse’s benefit at their full retirement age must be less than half of the other spouse’s full-retirement-age benefit. But if the lower-benefit spouse claims their benefits before their full retirement age, their own retirement benefit and the spousal benefit will be reduced. Also, the lower-benefit spouse reaches their maximum benefit amount at their full retirement age — they won’t receive additional benefits even if they or the higher-benefit spouse delays taking benefits past their respective full retirement ages.

One other point to keep in mind: If the higher-benefit spouse claims early, the survivor benefit to the other spouse is reduced, but if the higherbenefit spouse delays their benefit beyond their full retirement age, the survivor benefit is increased. By making the appropriate choices, you can help maximize your Social Security benefits — and possibly enjoy a more comfortable retirement.

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Several factors will affect the cost and availability of life insurance, including age, health, and the type and amount of insurance purchased. Life insurance policies have expenses, including mortality and other charges. If a policy is surrendered prematurely, the policyholder also may pay surrender charges and have income tax implications. You should consider determining whether you are insurable before implementing a strategy involving life insurance. Any guarantees associated with a policy are dependent on the ability of the issuing insurance company to continue making claim payments.

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a kid I was fascinated by the stories of people returning from extended stays in outer space for the first time. When they returned to earth and tried to walk on the ground, they collapsed. Eventually, scientists figured out why and how to prevent this.

The lack of gravity in space meant little to no resistance for the body when moving.

Even though the astronauts were moving around while in space, their muscles had so little resistance that they atrophied and weakened. The density of their bones also decreased. In the worst cases, teams of doctors had to work with astronauts to help them relearn how to walk. Fortunately, most of the issues were reversed after being back on the earth at normal gravity for a period of time.

Eventually, special machines were developed that helped individuals in space to exercise their muscles in the absence of gravity. Using these machines in space on a regular basis decreased the negative impact of zero gravity on bones and muscles, but did not completely eliminate them, as all individuals who spend time in space lose some muscle and bone density.

While experiencing weightlessness can be fun and gives a person the ability to do many things that are otherwise impossible, the prolonged lack of resistance has a negative impact later on when resistance is encountered.

I think of this when someone who has hearing loss says they prefer their quiet world. I believe much like weightlessness, silence is enjoyable at the

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Individuals with hearing loss experience a lack of stimulation of the auditory nerve and brain. For a time, this may seem peaceful, but lack of stimulation leads to atrophy and weakness. The longer this occurs, the more severe and permanent the long-term impact.

Permanent decreased ability to understand speech and inability to understand in noise are all but guaranteed to happen the longer the auditory system is unused or underused.

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As with individuals in space, some form of technology is needed to stimulate the nerves to maintain function. Stimulating the auditory system with hearing aids maintains nerve and brain function. With most cases of hearing loss, the only way to properly stimulate the nerve is amplification through the use of hearing aids.

Astronauts who are able to walk when they return to earth are not able to do so just because of luck. They have to put in the effort to maintain their muscles. Likewise, people with hearing loss who maintain their ability to understand speech, hear in noise, and avoid dementia by wearing hearing aids are not just lucky.

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Health & Wellness

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arch marks Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month – it’s a time to shed light on the importance of early detection and prevention of colon cancer.

Colorectal cancers affect hundreds of thousands each year, and historically, the prevention focus has been on people 50 years or older. However, recent studies show the rate of colon cancer patients under 50 is growing.

Jeffrey Owsley, DO, at Intermountain Health’s Lutheran Hospital, helped unpack the latest guidelines for colon cancer screening, and gave insight into the rising trend of diagnoses among younger adults.

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Colon cancer doesn’t discriminate based on age, but certain risk factors can increase your chances of developing this disease. According to standard guidelines, individuals aged 45 and older should undergo regular colon cancer screenings.

“I recommend screening at age 45, or ten years prior to a first degree relative that had a colon cancer diagnosis,” said Dr. Owsley. “Then follow-up depends on what they find at the time of colonoscopy.”

Understanding your personal risk factors is crucial. Factors such as family history of colon cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, unhealthy diet, obesity, smoking, and sedentary lifestyle can all contribute to an increased risk. Discuss your risk factors with your healthcare provider to determine the best screening plan for you.

Understanding the rising trend

Recent trends have shown a concerning rise in diagnoses among younger adults. The American Cancer Society estimated that since 2020, there’s been a nine percent increase in colon cancer diagnoses in people under 50.

Considering that colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death, these new statistics are a reason for alarm.

“It is true that we are seeing colon cancer at a younger age than we have historically, and it’s unclear why that is the case,” said Dr. Owsley. “It likely is multifactorial with environmental exposure, versus dietary, versus sporadic genetic mutations.”

Dr. Owsley pointed out that younger patients don’t think of screening.

“Most patients still think that the recommended age for screening is 50,” he said. “Also, the idea of having a colonoscopy is not appealing to a lot of people, so they will put it off for that reason.”

This trend underscores the need for increased awareness and early detection efforts. Younger individuals face unique barriers when it comes to colon cancer screenings. These barriers can include a lack of awareness about screening, fear or discomfort associated with the procedure, and challenges in navigating the healthcare system.

Importance of early detection

Early detection is key to effectively treating colon cancer and improving outcomes. When caught early, colon cancer is highly treatable, with a fiveyear survival rate over 90 percent. Dr. Owsley added that there is a near 20 percent improvement in survival rate when colon cancer is localized, instead of a regional spread.

“With colon cancer, early detection can be the difference between needing chemotherapy or not, or needing only three months of chemotherapy versus six months,” said Dr. Owsley. “So not only from a survivability standpoint, but also from a quality of life standpoint, the earlier it is caught, the better it is for the patient.”

Regular screenings can help detect precancerous polyps or early-stage cancer before symptoms develop, allowing for prompt intervention and treatment.

Getting screened can save your life. Maybe it’s genetic history or an unknown symptom, it’s better to be safe than sorry. And while the colonoscopy is still the gold standard, you can ask your provider about starting with noninvasive stool-based tests.

For younger adults, it’s important to be proactive about your health and advocate for early screening. Don’t hesitate to discuss your risk factors and screening options with your healthcare provider. Remember, early detection saves lives.

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Some companies have cards that you can use in specific retailers, others have online catalogs that you can order from, and other companies give both options.

The other reminder is also for those on Medicare Advantage plans.

The Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period goes from Jan 1 Mar 31. This allows you to make a one time plan change if you have discovered the current Medicare Advantage Plan you’re on isn’t working quite right for you. This is only for people who started January 1 on a Medicare Advantage Plan.

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ortgage interest rates are slowly drifting lower, giving a muchneeded boost to both homebuyers and home sellers. Yet, home prices continue to rise, even as more sellers put their homes on the market. Why? The U.S. is still several million homes short of a balanced market. So, do you want to wait for cheaper rates or go ahead a buy a home before home prices rise further?

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