(NAPSI)—There are a little over 3 million teachers in America’s public schools and for the majority of them, interacting with children is the best part of the job. That’s just as well, since for too many, salary and working conditions are pretty poor. In fact, for more than 20 years, teacher salaries have not even Read More …
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HINTS FOR HOMEOWNERS What You Need To Know About Your Ductwork
(NAPSI)—Your health and your wealth. Those are the two major reasons you should have your HVAC system inspected by a reputable, certified professional. Consider this: Your Health Your heating and cooling system is essentially the lungs of your home. The system takes air in and “breathes” air out. Through normal living in a house, a Read More …
EDUCATION NEWS & NOTES A Great Way To Tap Into A Hot Job Sector
(NAPSI)—If you or someone you know is exploring careers that make a difference, consider the fast-growing field of professional health communication. As the health care industry continues to dominate the U.S. economy, the market demand for health communicators has grown quickly. Those with master’s degrees constitute the core of this increasingly popular profession. As the Read More …
HEALTHCARE Nurses Now Do More Than Ever
(NAPSI)—The next time you visit someone in a hospital or other health care setting, you may be surprised at just how much of what happens there is done by nurses. Study Shows Recently released results from a University of Phoenix College of Health Professions survey found that the role of nurses has grown dramatically in Read More …
MANAGING YOUR FINANCES Become Credit Savvy And Help Better Protect Your Identity
(NAPSI)—How much do you know about credit, credit reports, credit scores and how they work? Even if the answer is “not much,” there are resources available to help you learn more about credit and put you in the driver’s seat. Educate yourself. The three major credit bureaus—Equifax, Experian and TransUnion—have information on their websites about Read More …
TOP 3 SHOPPING APPS TO SAVE YOU TIME & MONEY Stop What You’re Doing And Download These Free Money-Saving Tools ASAP
(NAPSI)—The stock market is down and it’s tax season. We’ve got money on our mind and how to save it. So we’ve rounded up our top three favorite apps to help you save or at least make sure you don’t overpay. 1.) Basket—Are you paying too much for your groceries? There was no way to Read More …
PLANNING YOUR RETIREMENT Five Questions To Ask When Meeting With A Financial Advisor About Retirement Planning
(NAPSI)—Only about one-third (31 percent) of middle-income baby boomers feel prepared for retirement, according to a recent study conducted by Bankers Life Center for a Secure Retirement. However, even if you only recently started your preparation for retirement or have not yet begun, it is never too late to improve the outlook for your retirement Read More …
EDUCATION NEWS & NOTES Success Stories Prove That No One Gets A Diploma Alone
(NAPSI)—The United States’ national graduation rate rose to record highs in 2017. The Problem Nevertheless, there are still approximately 34 million American adults who do not have a high school diploma. Why A Diploma Matters On average, individuals with a high school degree can expect to earn 30 percent more than adults without a diploma Read More …
HINTS FOR HOMEOWNERS Tips To Help You Live Green And Save Green
(NAPSI)—Many homeowners consider ecofriendliness when home product shopping and airconditioning systems are no exception. In fact, home cooling accounts for nearly half of energy use and is responsible for nearly 100 million tons of carbon dioxide emissions every year. The good news is following some practical tips will help you stay cool, save money and Read More …
PROTECTING YOUR FINANCES Five Ways To Fight Back Against Identity Fraud
(NAPSI)—If you’ve been a victim of identity fraud lately, you’re not alone. Nearly 17 million other Americans were, too, according to the 2018 annual Identity Fraud Study released by Javelin Strategy & Research, a research-based advisory firm that helps its clients to make better-informed business decisions in a digital financial world. In 2017, fraudsters stole Read More …