(NAPSI)—Here’s health news you may be glad to see: A healthy lifestyle may reduce your risk of getting vision diseases such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), which can damage central vision and currently affects 11 million Americans. If you already have AMD, such a lifestyle may help protect your remaining vision. Here are hints on Read More …
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FLORIDA NEWS & NOTES Time To Get Ready, Florida by Chip LaMarca
(NAPSI)—Florida has now sustained 117 direct hits by hurricanes in recorded history, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. This is almost twice as many major storms as the runner-up state of Texas. In fact, in Florida’s annual hurricane season, which runs from June through November, residents can anticipate tropical storm and hurricane warnings Read More …
HEART HEALTH Atrial Fibrillation: When The Heart Skips A Beat
(NAPSI)—Every heart has a built-in pacemaker that ensures it beats regularly. When that natural pacemaker doesn’t do its job, however, a person may experience an irregular heart rhythm, the most common and undertreated of which is atrial fibrillation (AF). This irregular heartbeat isn’t always noticeable at first but can cause chaos over time. Understanding AF Read More …
VALENTINE’S DAY GIFTS Seven Smart Steps To Great Giving
(NAPSI)—When Valentine’s Day comes around, these seven Essential Shopping Hacks can help you score a great gift for your sweetheart: Shop Early. Save BIG. You’ve probably heard the old saying “The early bird gets the worm.” That’s especially true on Valentine’s Day, when the stakes can be high and showing up with the wrong gift Read More …
PET HEALTH Hope Unleashed For Pets With Cancer
(NAPSI)—If any of the country’s 70 million dogs are part of your family, you know how you feel about your furry friend, how the love and loyalty, playfulness and protection he offers can affect your life. You also know you want to keep him safe and disease-free. One Dog’s Life That’s how Sandy felt about Read More …
HEALTH AND WELL-BEING How To C.A.R.E. About Being Your Best
(NAPSI)—According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 60 to 85 percent of the population worldwide does not engage in enough activity, making physical inactivity the fourth-leading risk factor for global mortality. With many spending hours commuting and sitting at their desks and moving less, more people are putting their health at risk for weight gain, Read More …
CAR SAFETY CORNER Heed The Recall: Get Your FREE Airbag Repair
(NAPSI)—If it hasn’t happened already, your car dealer may call asking you to bring your vehicle to the dealership for a FREE urgent recall repair. For your own good and that of your passengers, you should do so. The Problem Some vehicles have airbags that do not function properly. Dealers have replacement airbags available and Read More …
HINTS FOR HOMEOWNERS News You Can Use For The Household Well Owner
(NAPSI)—If you’re one of the estimated 34 million Americans who use well water, you may be pleased to know there’s a fount of information about the care and maintenance of your well available to you. Private well owners are responsible for their water systems, and now have an unprecedented number of practical online tools and Read More …
PLANNING FOR RETIREMENT Three Steps Toward A Better Retirement In 2018
(NAPSI)—For seniors who have already entered retirement, there are some important things that can be done in 2018 to make it better and more fulfilling: Consider your spending. Create a budget and track your expenses. Most experts say you’ll need at least 70 to 80 percent of your current income to live the same lifestyle Read More …
Know The Basics About Virtual Currencies
(NAPSI)—The recent run-up in price for Bitcoin and other virtual currencies has piqued investors’ interest. However, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) advises investors to understand the risks that go with virtual currencies before adding them to their portfolios. What is Bitcoin? Bitcoin is a convertible virtual currency. Virtual currency is a digital representation Read More …