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New Laws Loosen Restrictions on Food and Drinks Served in Funeral Homes
Lawmakers pass measures allowing families to eat during memorial servicesFor decades, it was illegal for funeral homes in most states to serve food of any kind on the property, even if families requested this service. At the time, lawmakers were concerned about the spread of food-borne illness, believing that bodies carry diseases that could infect funeral guests. But in recent years, scientists and healthcare…
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Do Mammograms Do More Harm than Good?
Breast cancer screening is not very effective, study showsIf you’re a middle-aged woman and you live in the United States, you’ve had one mantra drummed into your head for as long as you can recall: “Get a mammogram once a year.” First introduced in 1976, mammograms have been touted as a life-saving screening technique for breast cancer for over 40 years. And, in…
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Monday Hearts for Madalene
Page Hodel creates beautiful hearts as a tribute to enduring loveIt’s an honor for SevenPonds to share with our readers the story of the Monday Hearts for Madalene project, a true account of the power of love in the midst of death.The project’s origins take us to 2005: the moment Page Hodel encountered Madalene Rodriguez and fell “instantly, dizzyingly in love with her.” The couple’s first meeting was electric,…
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Keith Haring’s Paintings Depict Joy and Sorrow
A gay artist gives a distinctive look to his communityKeith Haring, who specialized in contemporary art during the AIDS pandemic, was born in Reading, Pennsylvania on May 4, 1958. He was a gifted artist from an early age, drawing his first inspirations from childhood idols such as Walt Disney and Dr. Seuss. When Haring finished high school, he went on to study commercial art.…
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“Bright Lights: Starring Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds” by Alexis Bloom and Fisher Stevens
A tribute documentary explores the complicated mother/daughter relationship“Bright Lights: Starring Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds” wasn’t meant to be a postmortem tribute. Directors Alexis Bloom and Fisher Stevens originally wanted the documentary to center around the quirky, sometimes volatile, relationship between actress Debbie Reynolds and her equally famous daughter, Carrie Fisher. It was supposed to be a lighthearted glimpse into the unusual…
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Noise, Air Pollution Increase Risk of Dementia
A new study links proximity to auto traffic with higher dementia riskThe scientific community has known for years that air pollution is linked to an increased risk of dementia. Numerous studies have shown that men and women who live in heavily polluted cities develop cognitive deficits at an earlier age than those who live in more rural areas. Additionally, a small study out of the University of…
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Our Monthly Tip: Give Away Small Memorial Gifts
Keep your loved one alive in the hearts of friends and familyOur Tip of the Month Choose small memorial gifts to bring memories and comfort to family, friends and loved ones. You don’t have to spend a lot of money, but it’s a nice gesture to give mementos to those who attend your loved one’s memorial service. There are several small gifts you can offer. How-to-Suggestion:…
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Were There More Celebrity Deaths in 2016 Than Usual?
Two things may explain the apparent riseMany people felt that 2016 had an increase in celebrity deaths over prior years. “C’mon 2016!” and “Not again 2016!” were uttered constantly throughout much of the year. It seemed that we couldn’t go a week without hearing that a famous person had died. Some of the more notable people we lost included David Bowie,…
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It’s an honor for SevenPonds to share with our readers the story of the Monday Hearts for Madalene project, a true account of the power of love in the midst of death.The project’s origins take us to 2005: the moment Page Hodel encountered Madalene Rodriguez and fell “instantly, dizzyingly in love with her.” The couple’s…
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