The next time you attend a funeral, don't be surprised if it more closely resembles the last wedding you went to than the somber farewell you bid your grandfather 20 years ago.

Do you ever feel dizzy or lightheaded and have no idea why? The problem could be caused by a common condition called benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). For sufferers, there is now a simple solution.

In the past, it was somewhat common for a person to work the majority of his or her career at the same company, receiving health benefits the entire time. Now, because of a number of different factors, this type of comprehensive health care coverage throughout a career and into early retirement is rare.

In a matter of seconds, most people can think of eight women who are important in their lives, whether they are mothers, wives, sisters, daughters, friends or coworkers. The ease with which most people can come up with this list just reinforces the prevalence of breast cancer in this country; according to the American Cancer Society, one in eight women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime.

World Champion cyclist Kristin Armstrong, 34, was diagnosed with osteoarthritis nearly seven years ago. She is now preparing to compete as a cyclist in the upcoming 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing, China. Armstrong is supporting the Arthritis Foundation's annual Arthritis Walk events and Team TripleFlex by sharing her personal success story.

Proper planning can reduce your chances of having to depend on others for financial support and help ensure that you have a legacy to pass on to your loved ones; two of the top worries for seniors.

You're not just sitting on your hands waiting for the recession to end; you're taking steps to financially secure the future for yourself and your loved ones. But there's one important financial planning matter you may be avoiding, and if you are, you're not alone. Here's how to approach the delicate topic of preplanning a funeral.