Category: Personal Finance

HOLIDAY HINTS

Nine Things NOT To Do This Holiday Season (NAPSI)—Keeping your mail secure is always a priority for the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, but during the holidays it’s even more important to keep your mail safe and your holidays happy. Criminals, however, are looking for ways to ruin this joyful time. Here are some things you Read More …

OFFICE SPACE

Many Americans Begrudgingly Return To The Office Full Time; Most Expect Mandatory Vaccinations (NAPSI)—A new nationwide survey, commissioned by OfficeSpace Software and conducted by The Harris Poll, revealed half of those who went into an office prior to the pandemic don’t want to do so any more.  When asked to identify which best describes their Read More …

Medicare Open Enrollment Offers Opportunities to Access Affordable Fitness Programs

(NAPSI)—Millions of older adults are making important decisions about their health insurance coverage—including fitness and wellness benefits—during Medicare Open Enrollment. Seniors and other Medicare-eligible persons who choose to enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan may have access to covered services not offered through original Medicare, such as dental care, vision exams, hearing aids, and fitness Read More …

THANKSGIVING IDEAS

Tips To Reduce Food Waste At Thanksgiving by Dr. Jean Buzby (NAPSI)—Each year, the average American family of four loses $1,500 to uneaten food—that’s about 1,160 pounds of food. At holiday or any time, it’s a good idea to think about how you can keep household food waste in check. Thanksgiving may be different this Read More …

FOOD NEWS AND NOTES

How To Reduce Food Waste At Home by Dr. Jean Buzby  (NAPSI)—Here’s a cool idea: A clean, well-organized refrigerator can help your family prevent food waste.  Three Ways To Fight Food Waste 1.Know and, if necessary, reorganize your fridge and pantry. Keep your refrigerator and pantry clean and organized so you can see what needs to Read More …

HOME TRENDS

Renters Rely On Reviews And Ratings During Pandemic (NAPSI)—For renters seeking a new apartment community since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, finding the best place to live has come down to the three Rs—ratings, reviews and reputation. The search for a new place to rent can bring challenges and stresses, but pandemic concerns and Read More …

BACKGROUND ON BUSINESS

Three Ways Technology Can Make The Hybrid Environment “Work” For Your Organization by George Taylor  (NAPSI)—You may well remember the frustrations that defined the “old days” of work—the hustle to get to your desk on time, the inevitable dread of sitting in traffic or navigating public transportation to get home, the feeling of guilt asking Read More …

HEALTH AWARENESS

Oral Health Affects Overall Wellness; Ensure Dental Services Are Used (NAPSI)—If you’re like most people, health and wellness have been at the forefront of your mind these days. And if you’re currently dealing with a medical condition, you can still have the peace of mind that comes with extra care for your oral health—which affects Read More …

RETIREMENT FACTS & FIGURES

Innovative Retirement Healthcare Solution Supports Retirement Preparedness (NAPSI)—According to the Social Security Administration, there are 65 million retirees in the U.S. If you or someone you care about is among them—or you expect to be someday—there could be good news for you. An innovative healthcare program can make paying for medical care in retirement much Read More …

CHILDREN’S HEALTH

Dental Sealants Can Cut Kids’ Cavity Risk 80 Percent (NAPSI)—Parents can help their children practically eliminate their chance of getting cavities, often at no cost—yet they don’t. Here’s a closer look at this conundrum: Be Smart About Sealants Beyond daily brushing and flossing, dental sealants have been shown to significantly reduce the risk of cavities Read More …