(NAPSI)—With winter fast approaching, outdoor enthusiasts are gearing up for hunting and ice fishing. Traditional hunting camps and ice fishing shanties have gone hi-tech with the use of phones, tablets, TVs, fish finders and microwaves—powered by portable generators. According to the experts at Honda Power Equipment, which produces some of the quietest, most dependable generators, Read More …
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NOW HEAR THIS Avoid Stress At Festive Gatherings by Jennifer Gehlen, Au.D.
(NAPSI)—Getting together with family and friends can be more enjoyable when you know you’re hearing what’s going on. Now, thanks to the latest technology, that may be easier. Problem For people who would like to hear better, large gatherings can be challenging. Hearing loss occurs mostly at higher pitches, so they rely on low-pitch sounds Read More …
CAR FACTS Tips On Trading In
(NAPSI)—Trading your old wheels to a dealership is often the easiest option but can be less lucrative. Try these tips to help get more money the next time: Clean up your ride. Vacuum, spot clean (or detail) and take out any coins, receipts or trash. Make that baby look like new again. Take care of Read More …
Are Soft Skills More Valuable Than Academic Skills In The Workforce?
(NAPSI)—From preschool through college, teachers are instructed to build students’ academic skills, like reading, writing and arithmetic. However, students leave the classroom untested for many skills that are directly applicable to one’s career. Soft skills may not be “graded,” but they can make or break your career. Soft skills are increasingly important to success in Read More …
SPOTLIGHT ON HEALTHCARE Expanding Roles Of Healthcare Professionals
(NAPSI)—While the majority of registered nurses (81 percent) and hospital administration staff (78 percent) identify that the future of healthcare is shifting an increased focus on patient care into their hands, these professionals (69 percent of RNs, 65 percent of staff) also identify that patients should be very concerned with the quality of care provided, Read More …
FABULOUS FRUIT Give Stuffing A Lift With Dried Cranberries
(NAPSI)—For many clever cooks, the secret ingredient in spectacular stuffing is dried cranberries. Long a Thanksgiving favorite, cranberries can add great taste and festive color to stuffing, as in this mouthwatering recipe: Cranberry Stuffing 10 cups day-old French bread cut into 1-inch cubes 6 Tbsp. olive oil, divided 1 Tbsp. dried thyme Pinch of salt Read More …
HEALTH HINTS Protect Yourself With The Power Of Cranberry Juice
(NAPSI)—If you or someone you care about is among the estimated 150 million women who’ll have a urinary tract infection (UTI) this year, you may be relieved to know that cranberry juice may be a nutritional approach to help avoid the infection in the first place. The Problem Approximately 60 percent of women will experience Read More …
FITNESS FACTS Choose Fitness When You Choose Your Health Plan
(NAPSI)—With Medicare open enrollment under way, individuals are evaluating their health plan options to ensure they meet their needs in the coming year. And, for many, their health plan holds the key to fulfilling their fitness needs as well. For many baby boomers, fitness is a top priority in retirement, to help reach health goals Read More …
Heart News: The Latest In Heart Valve Replacement Your Aortic Valve And Its Role
(NAPSI)—Did you know that a normal aortic heart valve is approximately the size of a half dollar? As one of the four valves of the heart, the aortic valve opens and closes each time the heart beats, or about 100,000 times each day. As a result, this valve can become damaged over time, most often Read More …
Tips To Keep Your Home Properly Humidified This Winter
(NAPSI)—The amount of humidity in the air directly affects the temperature and comfort level in your home. When air is heated, the humidity drops. The result can be chapped lips, dry skin and nasal passages, respiratory issues, static shocks, cracked woodwork and furniture, and chipped paint. Insufficient humidity also makes you feel colder, tempting you Read More …