(NAPSI)—For people with mental illness, getting and keeping a job can present some unique challenges. Unlike physical disabilities that can be seen and recognized, employers may not realize that a person is experiencing mental health issues or may not understand behaviors as stemming from an illness. They may also not know they have to provide Read More …
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HEALTH AWARENESS Calling All Seniors: Get Vaccinated Against The Flu, And Tell Your Loved Ones To Do The Same
(NAPSI)—People 65 years of age and older were impacted by an estimated 8.3 million illnesses, 4.7 million medical visits and 758,000 flu hospitalizations during the 2014–2015 influenza (“flu”) season. These numbers are devastating and underscore how severe and life threatening influenza can be, while highlighting that an annual flu vaccination is one of the things Read More …
Aging In Place: What Smart Homeowners Are Doing To Stay Self-Reliant
(NAPSI)—More than 90 percent of older adults prefer to age in place rather than move to assisted living or senior housing, according to the National Aging in Place Council (NAIPC). By choosing to stay at home well into retirement, homeowners are taking on more responsibility for maintaining their independence as well as maintaining their home. Read More …
Illinois State Fair Grand Champions Bring Home the Prize—and a Surprise Scholarship
(NAPSI)—Junior livestock growers work tirelessly for months with their animals to vie for a Grand Champion award at the Illinois State Fair. The nine 2016 Grand Champions won that prize awarded on Aug. 16 and a surprise: a $5,000 scholarship from CME Group. CME Group, the world’s leading futures exchange, awarded the one-time scholarships at Read More …
MAKING LIFE MORE FUN Off-Road Riding Becomes More Connected
(NAPSI)—Good news for powersports enthusiasts: Infotainment features from the auto industry are now being customized for off-road! The new enhanced riding experience connects drivers not only to their vehicle, but to their passengers, other drivers, and friends and family back home. The Problem Off-road riding is intended to be a social experience, as most off-road Read More …
POINTERS FOR PARENTS Teaching Your Child Healthy Habits
(NAPSI)—If you’re like most parents, you work hard to make sure your children eat their veggies, brush their teeth and always say “please” and “thank you,” but one important habit is often forgotten. Experts advise parents to teach children the importance of smiling. Smiling can positively affect you and the people around you, and lower Read More …
TIME SAVING TIPS Used Car Buying Online
(NAPSI)—A recent study by Interactive Advertising Bureau shows that 96 percent of consumers begin their car search online. In fact, millennials spend as much as 12 to 13 hours researching cars online before making the decision to buy. Buying a used car requires even more research and there are lots of places online to do Read More …
WELL-BEING Doctors, Patients Have New Non-Prescription Option For Recurring Indigestion
(NAPSI)—Just about everyone gets indigestion from time to time, but if you experience it more than you think you should, you may be glad to know relief can be available. The Problem Some people begin to feel full early into eating their meal. This sensation of fullness can be accompanied by upper belly pain, nausea, Read More …
POINTERS FOR PARENTS What To Do When Kids Come Home ‘Hangry’
(NAPSI)—Good news for many parents who wonder what to do when the kids come home from school ravenous and dinner is hours away: According to the experts at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), it’s perfectly fine to let them have a snack when hunger strikes between meals. Just be sure, the NIH adds, that Read More …
MUSIC NEWS AND NOTES Speakers That Listen
(NAPSI)—Now hear this: You can have a device in your house that looks like art, sounds like your favorite music and listens to your requests. It’s an elegant new twist on audio technology, a speaker that beautifully blends technology and music—consisting of an elegant 360-degree design with full-voice control that delivers crystal-clear sound with deep Read More …