(NAPSI)—The most significant worldwide travel trend today is individuals’ desire for experiential travel. Gone is the era of ticking destinations off a “bucket list”; today’s traveler seeks personally transformative encounters with people and places that bring deeper meaning and lifelong memories to a vacation. The Florida Keys & Key West abound in unique experiences that Read More …
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Mental Health News & Notes Managing Your Mental Health With Or Without Insurance Coverage by Transamerica Center for Health Studies
(NAPSI)—Mental health is synonymous with mental wellness. At some point many people will struggle with their mental health. Just like caring for physical health occasionally requires a visit with a physician, caring for mental health may require visiting a mental health professional and, of course, figuring out a way to pay for it. Insurance Coverage Read More …
News Of Health Harnessing Research Discoveries For Patient Benefit
(NAPSI)—There’s encouraging news for people facing—or who may one day face—a cancer diagnosis: A new annual report highlights how federally funded research discoveries are fueling the development of new and even more effective ways to prevent, detect, diagnose and treat cancer. As highlighted in the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Cancer Progress Report, one Read More …
School News & Notes What You Can Do About ‘Education Deserts’
(NAPSI)—The U.S. Department of Education reports that nearly 57 million children will go to shool in America this year. Some of them live in what are known as “education deserts,” but fortunately, there are solutions. Mapping School Deserts A new study used geospatial analysis software to map families’ drive times to schools, whether public, magnet, Read More …
Trends In Healthcare: Americans Overwhelmingly Reject Insurers’ Efforts To Deny Patients Coverage
(NAPSI)—A new national poll conducted by YouGov found that 91 percent of Americans believe insurance companies should not be allowed to deny coverage for people with chronic diseases whose premiums are paid by charitable organizations. Known as “charitable premium assistance,” the federally approved practice of patients applying for and receiving help from charities to pay Read More …
HEALTH AND WELL-BEING Sisters Together: Move More, Eat Better
(NAPSI)—Obesity is a serious health problem in the United States. More than one in three U.S. adults have obesity and that number increases to more than half—57 percent—among U.S. black women. Research has shown that excess weight may contribute to high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, kidney disease, heart disease and certain kinds of cancer. Read More …
Pointers For Parents Small Moments Make a Big Difference
(NAPSI)—There are about 74 million children in America today and if you’re a parent, here’s something you should know: involved fathers—whether they live with their kids or not—can help their children lead happier, healthier and more successful lives. Children who feel close to their fathers are two times more likely to go to college or Read More …
SAFETY IN THE HOME The Time Is Now To End Family Fire by Joseph V. Sakran, MD, MPH, MPA
(NAPSI)—Many Americans would agree that it’s past time we change the discussion around guns, gun safety and gun violence. As a trauma surgeon and victim of gun violence, I actively discuss and participate in gun safety conversations with my patients and their families every day. You, too, can become part of the conversation. While there Read More …
The Cure For AIDS Is In Your Hands
(NAPSI)—What do a motorcycle ride taking place August 6 through August 10, a hand cream, an Instagram photo, an exercise class and a skincare company have in common? Surprisingly, they can all help fight HIV/AIDS. Here’s How The Motorcycles: Kiehl’s Since 1851, purveyor of fine-quality skin and hair care, has a long-standing commitment to supporting Read More …
Newsworthy Trends Unleash Girls’ Strength At Girl Scouts
(NAPSI)—Today’s youth are more vocal than ever about the change they want to see in the world, and Girl Scouts are the most equipped with the skills needed to make a real impact. Girl Scouts will now be even more prepared to address society’s most pressing needs, both today and in their future careers, with Read More …