(NAPSI)—It seems we can’t view the news today without seeing another story about technological advancements in the workplace, including Artificial Intelligence. Whether you believe that millions of jobs will be displaced or millions of new jobs will be created, the fact is the skills required to compete in a rapidly evolving employment market are changing Read More …
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VACATION ESCAPES Vacation Home Rentals: Tips For First-Timers
(NAPSI)—According to a survey by HomeAway®, the world leader in vacation rentals, more than 90 percent of people say that vacation is very important to them. Yet half of leisure travelers who wanted to take a trip in 2017 did not, primarily because they didn’t think they could afford it. Costs can add up quickly, Read More …
HEALTH AWARENESS Why—And How—To ‘Heart’ Your Kidneys, Every Day
(NAPSI)—Many people don’t know it, but when your kidneys stop working, so do you. Your kidneys are as essential to life as other vital organs, such as your heart. Kidney healthy is also heart healthy, so when you “Heart Your Kidneys,” you also show love for your heart. That’s because the No. 1 cause of Read More …
HEALTH AWARENESS It’s Flu Season: CDC Reminds Public That Antibiotics Do Not Treat Flu
(NAPSI)—Flu season is upon us and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) wants patients and families to remember that prescription antiviral drugs, not antibiotics, are the treatment for influenza (flu). Antibiotics do not treat viruses that cause colds and the flu. They are only needed for treating certain infections caused by bacteria. Remember Read More …
TAILGATING: A SPORT FOR ALL SEASONS Easy Twists On Entertaining A Crowd Presented by Twisted Tea Hard Iced Tea
(NAPSI)—From at-home game day parties to parking lot tailgates, here are four entertaining “twists” on the standard tailgate that will keep the crowd cheering, whether you’ll be watching football, NASCAR, baseball or soccer: Go beyond your usual crew: Keep the group compatible and consider adding new friends to the mix to keep the conversation more Read More …
TAX TOPICS Five Tips To Save Time & Money This Tax Season
(NAPSI)—Taxes are inevitable, but there are many smart ways to save time and money throughout the process. Marsha Barnes, a certified financial social worker, financial educator and certified credit report reviewer, helps identify five important tips to consider: Get organized. Gather all the documents you’ll need ahead of time, including W-2s, 1099s, mortgage interest statements, Read More …
HINTS FOR HOMEOWNERS Bomb Cyclone Preparedness: Four Easy Steps To Help Prevent Water-Pipe Damage
(NAPSI)—The unusually cold temperatures that the country is currently experiencing will cause all kinds of chaos, including frozen water pipes. If the pipes burst as a result of the cold, this can be a major nightmare—but something that can be prevented with the proper precautions. For climates that rarely see extremely cold temperatures like what Read More …
HEALTH AWARENESS Facing a Serious Health Condition—Stories of Strength and Life with a Rare Lung Disease
(NAPSI)—Being diagnosed with a serious disease can be devastating. That’s how Nick, 72, felt when he discovered he has a rare and severe lung condition called idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, or IPF. Ginger, 68, said learning she has IPF was the scariest time of her life. Chronic diseases such as IPF—which causes permanent scarring to the Read More …
HEALTH MATTERS Protecting Your Privacy
(NAPSI)—Some people are taking an unhealthy interest in your medical information—but they can be stopped. The Problem With data breaches occurring across many industries, even sensitive data pertaining to patient health care records is at risk. A recent University of Phoenix study of 504 registered nurses and administrative staff found that only a quarter of Read More …
CAR CORNER America Is Seeing A Flood Of ‘Flood Cars’
(NAPSI)—Recent research suggests drivers may be behind the wheel of more than 325,000 previously flooded vehicles. That’s a 20 percent increase from 2016 and a stark reminder to consumers to do due diligence when used-car shopping. One Woman’s Story “I bought a car last year and the seller never told us anything about it being Read More …