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Author Archives: Shelly Howell

Shelly Howell is the author of "Don’t be a Wuss: Inspiration for Creating a Great Life after 60."

Posted inNews, Silver Streak

Thinking Healthy: Dispelling common myths about aging

by Shelly Howell December 24, 2022December 22, 2022

As young people, we all had ideas about what it was like to be old. Most of us have found that it’s not as terrifying as what we expected.  But there are common myths about aging that deserve a closer look. These are from the National Institute on Aging: We need less sleep as we […]

Posted inNews, Silver Streak, Top Stories

Thinking Healthy: November screenings 101

by Shelly Howell November 5, 2022November 3, 2022
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Posted inSilver Streak

Walking into autumn

by Shelly Howell September 24, 2022September 24, 2022
joyful adult daughter greeting happy surprised senior mother in garden
Posted inSilver Streak

Keep watch on the aches and pains that come with aging

by Shelly Howell September 5, 2022September 5, 2022
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Posted inSilver Streak

Losing Weight Is Never Easy

by Shelly Howell September 3, 2022September 2, 2022
Posted inSilver Streak

Thinking Healthy: Form your own entourage

by Shelly Howell July 22, 2022July 22, 2022
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Posted inSilver Streak

Aging can be hard, so watch out for your mental health

by Shelly Howell July 9, 2022July 9, 2022
Posted inAtlanta Intown, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Dunwoody, Sandy Springs, Silver Streak

As COVID restrictions loosen, it’s time to get back in shape

by Shelly Howell March 25, 2022March 26, 2022

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