by Martin Lueken, Ph.D. (NAPSI)—Some parents will stop at nothing to provide the best opportunities for their children—as the recent college admissions scandal shows. Given that many of the parents involved are (very) wealthy, the differences in educational opportunities between wealthy and low-income families couldn’t be starker. So what do parents who don’t have that Read More …
Category: Personal Finance
Veterans News & Notes: Five Ways To Help Prevent Veteran Suicide
(NAPSI)—It’s a tragedy: Every day, 22 U.S. veterans take their own lives—a needless loss of 8,000 service members a year. The Problem Returning veterans may experience divorce, joblessness, homelessness and hopelessness. The often-devastating effects of mild to moderate traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and post-traumatic stress (PTS), plus the loss of their military community support, can Read More …
Planning Your Retirement A Growing Urgency: Why Boomers Should Prioritize Retirement Care
(NAPSI)—When thinking about retirement, your main focus may center around not being a burden to your loved ones. In fact, 81% of middle-income Boomers have made at least one formal preparation for when they pass away1. However, despite preparing for these expenses, your retirement plan is far from complete. There is one cost that many Read More …
Pressure Ulcers Cost U.S. Healthcare $10.2 Billion and Contribute to Nearly 29,000 Hospital Deaths Each Year
But new technology can dramatically curb the pressure ulcer pandemic by Margaret Doucette, D.O. (NAPSI)—American healthcare, renowned for pioneering new technology to save lives, has all but ignored one of the most costly and deadly Hospital-Acquired Conditions (HACs), which the federal government defines as preventable patient injuries. While the number of other HACs has decreased Read More …
Money Making Ideas Hobbies That May Make You Money
(NAPSI)—In the gig economy, many people take hobbies such as playing video games, travel or food and turn them into very lucrative side hustles. For example, the eSports market started as a community of online gamers and is now estimated to be a $1 billion industry with investors including ESPN and YouTube. Four Steps Toward Read More …
Managing Your Finances Nuts, Bolts And Risks Of Data Aggregation
(NAPSI)—If putting all your financial information online and in one place sounds like a good idea, there are many companies—often called data aggregators—ready to help you organize your financial life. However, before you share your account information and other sensitive financial details with data aggregators, it pays to know how these services operate and how Read More …
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(NAPSI)—Here’s news to help people with chronic respiratory diseases such as COPD breathe easier: Pulmonary rehabilitation is a proven treatment that improves quality of life, reports the American Thoracic Society. Talk to your doctor about pulmonary rehabilitation. Learn more and find a nearby program at livebetter.org. Carbon monoxide gas can cause dizziness, unconsciousness and possibly Read More …
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(NAPSI)—If you have high blood pressure, consult your doctor or pharmacist about the safety of over-the-counter medicines. Some pain relievers and cold and flu medications may raise blood pressure. Always read medication labels and discuss alternative pain, fever or cold medicine with your doctor. Stay in the know about your car’s health with Hum by Read More …
Pointers For Parents: Survey Finds Debt Reduction Top Financial Priority
(NAPSI)—A recent survey, conducted by New York Life, found that 72 percent of parents identify debt reduction as a top financial priority. That number is even higher for millennial parents, with 80 percent planning to focus on debt reduction this year. A Better Idea “While reducing debt can be a worthwhile endeavor, a singular focus Read More …
Making Family Life Better: Study Shows Link Between Financial Confidence And Money Talk Why You Should Talk Money With Your Honey
Why You Should Talk Money With Your Honey (NAPSI)—Here’s something to think about the next time you’re with your significant other: money. According to a recent survey by Quicken, maker of personal finance software, dollars and cents can be an important part of your sweet talk. Here are four facts and figures that explain why Read More …