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Modern Hairstyles for Older Women

It’s time to move beyond that retro beehive or that long hippie hair to find a more modern hairstyle. Celebrities such as Susan Sarandon and Helen Mirren prove that older women can enjoy a vibrant, contemporary look. Before settling on a hairstyle, determine your priorities in terms of coloring, straightening, perming or other chemical processes, because many older women have more fragile hair that can split or break if it undergoes too much processing.

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Early Signs of a Pregnancy

If you miss a period, that’s a hallmark sign that a baby is on the way. However, you may start to experience additional signs of pregnancy shortly after your conceive, sometimes within a mere three weeks, according to the Mayo Clinic. Every woman’s body is different, so no two pregnancies will be exactly the same.

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How to Tell If a Child Is Diabetic

Diabetes refers to a disease that affects how the body processes and stores glucose. Type 1 diabetes, also called juvenile diabetes, typically strikes children, teens and young adults, according to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRF). In this type of diabetes, the autoimmune system launches an attack on your child’s pancreas, disabling insulin production — and insulin is needed to control glucose levels. Distinctive signs and symptoms are associated with type 1 diabetes in children. Please consult your child’s pediatrician if you suspect he may have diabetes.