(NAPSI)—Many people these days are taking things into their own hands when it comes to moving to a new home. If you’re ever among them and you need to rent and drive the moving truck, there are a few facts and figures that can help you save time, trouble and money: The tall story. “Trucks Read More …
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Mobile App Games Like Pokémon Go Present Potential Physical And Cyber Security Threats
(NAPSI)—Software developer Niantic’s new mobile app Pokémon GO has made history as the most played mobile game in the United States to date, according to TechCrunch. SurveyMonkey found that the app boasts more than 21 million actively daily users, who log nearly 35 minutes a day catching augmented reality monsters by visiting real-world location. Nearly Read More …
GIFT IDEAS A Special Birthday Gift
(NAPSI)—If you or someone you care about is an August baby, birthstone gift options are about to become more colorful. New Birthstone The official August birthstone, according to Jewelers of America (JA) and the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA), has long been peridot, but now, as an alternate birthstone, the lovely stone known as spinel Read More …
SPOTLIGHT ON HEALTH CARE Six Truths About Having A Health Care Career
(NAPSI)—According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, health care jobs are projected to grow to 2.3 million from 2014 to 2024. That would suggest that now may be a good time to start preparing for those positions. There are a few things you should know, however. Explains Dr. Mark Johannsson, D.H.Sc, M.P.H., academic dean, University Read More …
SKIN CARE H20: The Key To Healthy, Glowing Skin
(NAPSI)—Healthy skin is universally defined by this major trait: hydration. A hydrated complexion looks and feels fresh. It’s radiant and resilient and able to bounce back from daily environmental stressors—all thanks to a balance of water in the skin. Our skin needs a steady supply of water to maintain its elasticity and keep it plump Read More …
HEALTH NEWS Heart Failure Survivor Inspiring Others Through National Contest
(NAPSI)—In the past five years, Jessica Rogers has fished in Alaska, camped with friends, and held her newborn nephew. She also became engaged to the love of her life, and together, they bought and remodeled a home in the area north of Seattle where she lives. It seems like Jessica has accomplished a lot in Read More …
SLEEP ON IT Six Ways To Sleep Better
(NAPSI)—Here’s eye-opening news: Getting the right amount of restful sleep can reduce your risk of depression, diabetes, heart problems, high blood pressure and obesity, and, in general, improve your quality of life. The Problem Even so, 75 percent of people struggle to get restorative sleep in the summertime, according to a recent survey. Whether you Read More …
FASHIONABLE FLOORING The Floors Of Tomorrow Will Reflect What’s On The Runway Today
(NAPSI)—When you walk into a room, your eyes do not move from top to bottom—quite the opposite. Your gaze starts at the floor and moves up. Just as the clothes you wear make a fashion statement, your floors set the tone, add the drama and create the mood in your home. According to the World Read More …
Three Ways To Be More Efficient And Get The Job Done Right
(NAPSI)—When it comes to work and performing tough jobs, efficiency is key. Regardless of your profession or hobbies, here are ways to ensure you get the job done right. Put an End to Multitasking Because our brains are hardwired to focus on only one task at a time, humans are inherently bad multitaskers. In fact, Read More …
HEALTH HINTS Getting Real About the Bathroom: Tips and Resources for Managing IBS-D
(NAPSI)—For most people, going to the bathroom is a routine and uneventful experience that requires little planning. Yet for as many as 15 million Americans with Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea (IBS-D), trying to predict when they’ll need the bathroom again is a daily source of anxiety. IBS-D, a chronic disorder characterized by diarrhea and Read More …