(NAPSI)—If you ever see black or other colored streaks on your roof, your problem is more than looks-but it can be resolved. What It Is Those streaks come from vegetation eating the mineral content of your shingles. The vegetation is literally eating your roof for lunch. Not taken care of, it will shorten the life Read More …
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How To Help Your Teen Eat More Fruits And Vegetables
(NAPSI)—Although childhood obesity rates have leveled off, obesity rates for teens have doubled in recent years—but you can protect them. Today, one in every five teens ages 12 to 19 is obese. Obesity in the early stages of life is more likely to follow into adulthood. But it also has an immediate impact. Obese teens Read More …
HEALTH AND WELL-BEING Joint Discomfort
(NAPSI)—Health-conscious lifestyles, including vegetarianism and veganism, are on the rise in America, yet the nation’s health as a whole is not seeing much improvement. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 50 million Americans suffer from joint discomfort-but you don’t have to be among them. What To Do If Read More …
HEALTH AWARENESS Add Colon Cancer Screening To Your DIY List
(NAPSI)—As summer winds down and we head back into the hustle and bustle of fall, it’s a great time to take stock of things you may have put off earlier in the year. But as you check a few “Do It Yourself” home projects off your list, make sure you don’t forget about your most Read More …
HEALTH AWARENESS About Schizophrenia: The Disease And Treatment Approaches
(NAPSI)—Schizophrenia is a chronic, severe and disabling brain disorder affecting approximately 1.1 percent of American adults, but it can be treated.1 People living with schizophrenia may experience symptoms such as hallucinations, which include hearing voices or seeing things that are not there. Others may experience delusions, such as believing people are controlling their minds and Read More …
Accommodating Mental Illness In The Workplace
(NAPSI)—For people with mental illness, getting and keeping a job can present some unique challenges. Unlike physical disabilities that can be seen and recognized, employers may not realize that a person is experiencing mental health issues or may not understand behaviors as stemming from an illness. They may also not know they have to provide Read More …
HEALTH AWARENESS Calling All Seniors: Get Vaccinated Against The Flu, And Tell Your Loved Ones To Do The Same
(NAPSI)—People 65 years of age and older were impacted by an estimated 8.3 million illnesses, 4.7 million medical visits and 758,000 flu hospitalizations during the 2014–2015 influenza (“flu”) season. These numbers are devastating and underscore how severe and life threatening influenza can be, while highlighting that an annual flu vaccination is one of the things Read More …
Aging In Place: What Smart Homeowners Are Doing To Stay Self-Reliant
(NAPSI)—More than 90 percent of older adults prefer to age in place rather than move to assisted living or senior housing, according to the National Aging in Place Council (NAIPC). By choosing to stay at home well into retirement, homeowners are taking on more responsibility for maintaining their independence as well as maintaining their home. Read More …
Illinois State Fair Grand Champions Bring Home the Prize—and a Surprise Scholarship
(NAPSI)—Junior livestock growers work tirelessly for months with their animals to vie for a Grand Champion award at the Illinois State Fair. The nine 2016 Grand Champions won that prize awarded on Aug. 16 and a surprise: a $5,000 scholarship from CME Group. CME Group, the world’s leading futures exchange, awarded the one-time scholarships at Read More …
MAKING LIFE MORE FUN Off-Road Riding Becomes More Connected
(NAPSI)—Good news for powersports enthusiasts: Infotainment features from the auto industry are now being customized for off-road! The new enhanced riding experience connects drivers not only to their vehicle, but to their passengers, other drivers, and friends and family back home. The Problem Off-road riding is intended to be a social experience, as most off-road Read More …