(NAPSI)—Mothers want to do it all, but between work, children’s schedules and home life, you can be left scrambling to keep all the balls in the air. For most, there are just two options: work full-time or stay at home to care for your children. A new company, Pepperlane, is working to give mothers another Read More …
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News Of Jobs Seasonal Work Can Bring The Gift Of A Great Career
(NAPSI)—With historically low unemployment and a strong economy, retailers are expecting a huge shopping season this year, with the National Retail Federation forecasting holiday retail sales in November and December—excluding automobiles, gasoline and restaurants—to increase between 4.3 and 4.8 percent over 2017. That compares with an average annual increase of 3.9 percent over the past Read More …
Health Matters Sickle Cell: One Gene, Many Faces, And A Quest For A Cure
(NAPSI)—In 2000, a mysterious disease was making 3-year-old Mercy Mendoza so ill that her grandmother bought a burial plot for her in the little town in Honduras where they lived. Swelling, pain and immobility were fast eroding her health. Finally, a doctor who had been trained in the United States recognized her condition: It was Read More …
Medicare And You Medicare Advantage Plans Offer A Broader Mix Of Benefits
(NAPSI)—Whether you’re new to Medicare or an established beneficiary, take a close look at Medicare Advantage plans during this year’s open enrollment period. Those policies may offer the best mix of benefits to meet your health needs. Medicare Advantage plans provide Medicare benefits through private health insurance companies. These plans, which currently cover approximately 21 Read More …
Hints For The Home Kitchen Contamination: How to Keep your Family Safe
(NAPSI)—The next time you need to wipe up a spill, health expert Dr. Charles Gerba, Professor of Environmental Microbiology, University of Arizona, aka “Dr. Germ,” warns: don’t always reach for a sponge or dishcloth. Instead, use a paper towel. That’s because kitchen sponges, which he calls “bacteria cafeterias,” are the No. 1 source of germs Read More …
Coffee Facts & Figures Drink To Your Health
(NAPSI)—If you’re like 64 percent of Americans, you drink a cup of coffee every day. While many coffee drinkers still prefer their coffee black in its most natural form, coffee tastes have evolved over the years. Today, the market offers many caffeinated beverages formulated with sugar and fat that add calories and can offset the Read More …
Hints For Homeowners It Doesn’t Have To Cost 6 Percent To Sell A Home
(NAPSI)—If you’re thinking about selling a home, you may have wondered: “What, really, does a real estate agent do to earn a 6 percent commission?” In the past, real estate agents had to scour literal books of listings and drive clients around to see listings to make sales. But today’s real estate process is much Read More …
Books Worth Reading Understanding Yourself In ‘The Age Of Overwhelm’
(NAPSI)—If you’re ever among the many Americans who feel overwhelmed by work or school; family or community; caretaking for others or your own health and well-being; or engagement in social justice, environmental advocacy or civil service, you may be relieved to learn that just a few subtle shifts can make a major difference. To help, Read More …
Hints For Homeowners Prep-Your-Place Pointers
(NAPSI)—Many people may be surprised to learn that fall is actually the most affordable season for home prep and repair projects. There’s less demand, so homeowners enjoy breaks on equipment and services. An easy place to begin is at the window. Cracked and warped windows can often cause heat to escape. “Windows that produce a Read More …
Making Life Better After The Storm: Coping With The Trauma Caused By Natural Disasters
(NAPSI)—The sense of shattered safety and loss after a natural disaster, such as a hurricane, can wage a long-term emotional toll on everyone involved, according to AmeriHealth Caritas, a national leader in health care solutions. “After hurricanes, we typically see people assessing the physical aftermath of the storm, yet we rarely explore the emotional after Read More …