Visualizing the History of Pandemics

From: visualcapitalist.com

The History of Pandemics

Pan·dem·ic /panˈdemik/ (of a disease) prevalent over a whole country or the world.

As humans have spread across the world, so have infectious diseases. Even in this modern era, outbreaks are nearly constant, though not every outbreak reaches pandemic level as the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) has.

Today’s visualization outlines some of history’s most deadly pandemics, from the Antonine Plague to the current…

Remember the Last Global Pandemic? Probably Not

From: www.bloomberg.com

In 2009, a new strain of H1N1 influenza emerged. It did not cause anywhere near the disruption that Covid-19 has, and for good reason.

In late March 2009, two kids living more than 100 miles apart in Southern California came down with the flu. By mid-April, their illnesses had been diagnosed as being caused by a new…

By Jennifer Frost

With Americans spending on average just under 11 hours per week in their car, you would be wise to consider whether your current car is as ready for retirement as you might be. Whether or not you choose to keep a car will, of course, depend largely on how much you are able to access your friends, family, leisure activities and day to day life without one. Maintaining…

Afraid to Retire? What to Do on Day One

From: nextavenue.org

How the 3 C’s can ease your way into a fulfilling retirement

You’re standing alone on the edge of a cliff, staring off into a vast unknown. Is this you, thinking about retirement?

Or as one man told me during my research into the new retirement: “So I wake up in the morning, go to the fitness club and have…

By Teresa Greenhill

Losing a spouse uproots your life in more ways than one. Besides the heartache of loss and the stress of planning a funeral, the death of a partner carries some pretty heavy financial burdens—many of which need to be settled sooner rather than later. People of any age can have a hard time facing the mountain of financial decisions that need to be made while grieving, and seniors are no exception. Fortunately,…

By Teresa Greenhill

Moving into retirement can be a complicated financial time for anyone, but veterans have more considerations than your average civilian. Everything from medical costs to what kind of retirement accounts you may have can be slightly more complicated. Veterans deserve to have a solid understanding of their own financial situation. With the right knowledge, they can take control of their finances and live the peaceful retirement they’ve earned.

By Teresa Greenhill

Mental health difficulties can strike at any age. Even seniors can experience problems like anxiety and depression. According to Mental Health America, more than two million Americans over the age of 65 live with some form of depression, for instance. Possible symptoms include feelings of sadness and hopelessness, loss of concentration, unusual sleep patterns, suicidal thoughts, and a lack of interest in activities that…

By David H. Morgan

From talk given at Ormond Beach Presbyterian Church

In following up with the theme of today’s message, several core themes emanate that should trigger inner self-reflection and musing at this time in our lives.

1. Jesus said, “Feed my sheep.” What are all of us here doing to feed our sheep? Our flock includes not just the spiritual nourishment garnered here at OBPC every Sunday morning, but also others in our community, nation and…
   
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By David H. Morgan

I have been reflecting on the meaning of stewardship and its impact on our daily lives. As members of the church, the body of Christ, we are admonished to believe and embrace that our pledges truly emanate from the heart and the soul, and very rightfully so. However, I would be remiss to also have us embrace that sometimes, our gifts may incubate and emanate from the head, our mind….