(NAPSI)—According to the U.S. Census Bureau, a summary of trends indicates that 3.7 million employees now telecommute at least half of their work week. In fact, the number of work-at-home individuals who are not self-employed has grown by 103 percent since 2005. These work trends support an urgent need for undisrupted electricity in the home Read More …
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SPOTLIGHT ON HEALTH CARE What Nurses And Administrators Know About Improving The Hospitalization Experience
(NAPSI)—According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than seven out of 100 Americans are hospitalized every year. If you or someone you care about is ever among them, you may be relieved to see the efforts that nurses and other medical professionals make to keep patients happy. Making A Connection For three Read More …
HEALTH & WELL-BEING Safety And Security
(NAPSI)—For most of us, making a pit stop in the bathroom is not something to which we give much thought. However, many people require much more strategic planning, especially when out and about. This is particularly true of people with impaired bladder function who are dependent on urinary catheters to drain their bladder. According to Read More …
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT Helping Teens Navigate Their Financial Futures
(NAPSI)—Ask many teens what they want to buy and chances are they will say “a car.” For many people, owning a car or truck is the first major purchase. Often, it is also the first opportunity to use credit. At the same time, the largest group to drive uninsured or to lose their vehicle through Read More …
BUSINESS NEWS AND NOTES Big Advice For The Smallest Businesses
(NAPSI)—While large enterprises may make the most headlines, it’s often the country’s smallest businesses that are providing jobs, fueling innovation and growing the economy. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, 62 percent of all U.S. businesses are microbusinesses, or businesses with fewer than 10 employees. These businesses also account for 75.3 percent of all Read More …
HEALTH AWARENESS Four Numbers You Need To Know To Stay Healthy
(NAPSI)—We need to remember plenty of numbers—phone, debit card PIN, ZIP code, Social Security and many others. But do you know your most important health numbers? Knowing these—and doing something about them—can improve your health and reduce your medical costs. Some essential numbers to know and keep an eye on are blood pressure, cholesterol, body Read More …
EYE ON HEALTH Seniors: Make Eye Care Part Of Your Wellness Routine
(NAPSI)—Regular checkups at the doctor’s office are a familiar routine for most people: blood pressure checks, blood tests and health history questions. There’s something else you should know, however: Your overall health can affect your eyes. This is why ophthalmologists—physicians who specialize in medical and surgical eye care—urge people to take a similar wellness approach Read More …
TOP TIPS Declutter Your Home And Give Unused Items A ‘Second Chance’
(NAPSI)—Here are five simple, effective tips to help you clean out any junk you’ve accumulated—and make some quick cash in the process. Start with storage spaces. Formulate a plan and take it one room at a time, starting with storage spaces (closets, basement, attic, the garage). You’ll need the space as you move through each Read More …
TAX TIPS Facts On Filing Tax Extensions Without Paying A Penalty
(NAPSI)—There’s good news, bad news and better news for people who can’t file or pay their taxes on time. The good news: Just because you can’t file your tax return by the April deadline (the 18th in 2017) doesn’t mean you’ll be in trouble with the IRS. You can request an automatic six-month extension of Read More …
VACATIONS OF A LIFETIME Experiential Getaways: Making Your Vacation A True Adventure
(NAPSI)—American travelers today are looking to get more out of their vacation. No longer content just hitting the regular tourist hot spots, they want to explore a destination’s local culture and enjoy once-in-a-lifetime experiences. In an American Express survey, over 72 percent of respondents said they would rather spend money on experiences than things and Read More …