(NAPSI)—According to the American Medical Association (AMA), about one in four new prescriptions is never filled, and about half the time patients don’t take the medications they do have. The Problem People give eight basic reasons for not complying, the AMA adds: Fear. People may be frightened of potential side effects. They may have witnessed Read More …
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Medical Device Professional Living With Diabetes Now Uses The Insulin Pump He Helped Get Approved In The U.S.
(NAPSI)—Chip Zimliki, 47, had been living with type 1 diabetes for over 33 years and was managing his blood sugar levels with multiple daily injections (MDI). This meant Chip had to give himself a shot of long acting insulin once a day, as well as injections of rapid acting insulin at each mealtime. Having worked Read More …
PLANNING FOR YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE You Can Get On Track For Retirement
(NAPSI)—There’s good news for anyone worried about saving for retirement—you already have what it takes to be a smart saver! A recent survey by AARP and the Ad Council revealed that Americans are getting the most out of every dollar in many areas in their lives, with 92 percent using money-saving hacks like comparison shopping, Read More …
HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS Top Holiday Gifts for Tech Lovers
(NAPSI)—This holiday season, take gift-giving to the next level with the latest must-have tech from Motorola. With the moto z2 family of smartphones and moto mods, you and your loved ones will be able to do things you never thought possible with a smartphone. Those who are constantly on-the-go can have an Alexa-enabled digital assistant Read More …
HOLIDAY HINTS Five Hacks To Help You Have Happier Holidays by Kristen Howerton
(NAPSI)—You can get the best out of “the most wonderful time of the year” if you heed these smart suggestions: Keep it simple. You don’t have to “do it all.” Opt out of traditions or decorating obligations that make you feel frazzled instead of joyful. Prioritize what’s important to you and give yourself permission to Read More …
YOUR YARD Planning Your Water Well
(NAPSI)—To best ensure you have an adequate supply of good-quality water, it’s important to do some planning before the work begins, according to the National Ground Water Association (NGWA). New Homes This is true whether you’re having a new water well installed or replacing an old well. For example, when building a new house, it’s Read More …
Overcoming Isolation And Loneliness
(NAPSI)—If you’ve ever felt lonely, you’re not alone. Researchers at the University of Chicago found that nearly half of older adults in America experience some degree of loneliness. The University of Chicago study is part of Connect2Affect, a collaborative effort spearheaded by AARP Foundation to learn more about isolation and loneliness in older adults and Read More …
HOLIDAY HEALTH HINTS Reducing Your Risk Of Heart Attack
(NAPSI)—While death from heart attack is highest during the winter holidays, you can protect heart health with diet, exercise and taking prescribed medication. The Problem Juggling all the extra pressures of a busy holiday schedule can wreak havoc on your healthy habits, but it’s one of the most dangerous times to lower your guard. Research Read More …
PROTECTING YOUR ASSETS Three Simple Ways To Keep Your Information Safer
(NAPSI)—It seems as though data breaches affecting millions of Americans are constantly in the news these days. If this makes you anxious about the safety of your personal information, that’s understandable. You can protect your data by using secure internet connections rather than public Wi-Fi when you’re providing sensitive information such as financial account numbers Read More …
YOUR HEALTH Tips For A Stress-Free Holiday Season
(NAPSI)—It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but for many, the holiday season can also be stressful. From holiday parties and endless shopping, to travel and family visits, your holiday to-do list can quickly become overwhelming, and instead of feeling the holiday cheer, you are wishing for the season to be over. Before getting Read More …