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Students and faculty take part during a “How to Be a Peacemaker” discussion group meeting a ...

New Jewish Affinity Group makes presence felt at UNLV

The idea that moderate drinking had health benefits came from imperfect studies comparing group ...

Medical experts rethink guidelines on drinking alcohol

A yellow warbler feeds in a blossoming honey mesquite at Clark County Wetlands Park during a re ...

Want to ease anxiety? Look to the sky

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. A good time to remember that we must continue to prioriti ...

May brings reminder to prioritize our mental health

July 31, 2008 - 9:00 pm

FRINGE BENEFITS

Tory Burch has never kept a secret of her fondness for the '70s. This fall she puts a Woodstock accent on her accessories: fringe. Boots and bags alike get the boho treatment. Tote this bag around and you'll be a peace sign away from hippie status. Tory Burch fringe messenger bag in coconut, $535, Tory Burch

IN SEASON

This is usually the point of the summer when fashionistas around the country start shopping for fall. But, in Vegas, temperatures prevent you from thinking beyond summer dresses and gladiator sandals. What to do? Old Navy has the solution with its August Collection, specially-made for the transition between summer and fall. Each light-weight garment can be worn alone now or layered in a few months. Pleated satin dress, $34.50, Old Navy

New Jewish Affinity Group makes presence felt at UNLV

By Jason Bracelin / RJ

May 3, 2024 - 6:11 pm

UNLV students and faculty partcipated in a “How to Be a Peacemaker” discussion group at the Student Diversity Office inside of the Student Union.

Medical experts rethink guidelines on drinking alcohol

By Carla K. Johnson The Associated Press

May 3, 2024 - 10:17 am

Moderate drinking was once thought to have benefits for the heart, but better research methods have thrown cold water on that.

Want to ease anxiety? Look to the sky

By Natalie Burt Outdoor Adventures

May 3, 2024 - 8:11 pm

Birding gives Southern Nevadans plenty of opportunity to practice mindfulness, an ideal state in which people focus on the present to find a little calm.

May brings reminder to prioritize our mental health

May 3, 2024 - 2:57 pm

For Mental Health Awareness Month, I interviewed a rock star in the Southern Nevada mental health community: Dr. Roberta Miranda-Alonzo.

Dispelling common myths about organ donation

Mayo Clinic News Network

May 3, 2024 - 7:34 pm

It’s estimated that more than 15 people die every day in the U.S. because of the lack of donor organs.

Actor Anne Hathaway poses backstage after a screening of "The Idea of You" on April 2 ...

Anne Hathaway grateful to be in ‘a constant state of bloom’

By C.L. Gaber Special / RJ

May 2, 2024 - 10:16 am

At 41, the “Idea of You” actress says: “I’m so much better at sharing at this age, plus I’m kinder to myself now. And I can take other people in.”

If you are stung more than 10 times, you should seek medical attention as a precaution. Reactio ...

Knowledge can help you overcome bee stings, attack

By Marvin Clemons / RJ

May 2, 2024 - 11:34 am

If someone is stung by a bee, becomes dizzy, nauseated or has difficulty breathing, an allergic reaction to the sting may be occurring. This is a serious medical emergency and 9-1-1 should be called.

The Affordable Connectivity Program has provided millions of financially eligible households wi ...

Savvy Senior: Tips for finding affordable internet service

By Jim Miller Savvy Senior

May 2, 2024 - 7:42 am

The Affordable Connectivity Program has helped close the digital divide in the U.S., but it is set to end in mid-May.

With Medicare, what you don’t know can cost you. (Getty Images)

How to enroll in Medicare after being laid off

By Toni King Toni Says

May 2, 2024 - 7:31 am

Dear Toni: My husband, Steven, has been laid off. He is 68 but never enrolled in Medicare Part B because he had employer benefits.

‘Lifesaving medication’: Bill aims to cut prescription drug prices for seniors

By Jessica Hill / RJ

May 2, 2024 - 8:15 pm

The bill, introduced by Sens. Jacky Rosen and John Cornyn, would reduce out-of-pocket costs by requiring coinsurances to be based on the net price of a medication.