(NAPSI)—As a medical specialist in the Army Special Forces in the early 70s, Edward Hartnett received multiple needle sticks during the course of duty. But he never thought they would lead to a potentially life-threatening liver disease. Experiencing no symptoms, Hartnett was not aware he contracted the chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) until he attempted Read More …
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YOUR LAWN Selecting A Zero-Turn Mower
(NAPSI)—Every lawn is unique. From slopes and rough terrain to a cleverly crafted maze of trees, each lawn requires the right mower to make clean, precise cuts. To help you make the right decision when it comes to mower selection, here are some expert tips on how to accurately choose a zero-turn lawn mower. Durability: Read More …
HEALTH AND WELL-BEING The Zika Virus: Six Prevention Tips
(NAPSI)—When you prepare your front porch, deck and backyard for warm weather entertaining, it’s important to take precautions against that unpopular party crasher, the mosquito. The pest can potentially endanger your guests, children and pets by spreading such diseases as West Nile, chikungunya and the Zika virus—but you can reduce your risk. Millions of people Read More …
PROTECTING OUR CHILDREN Water Safety Sense
(NAPSI)—Although drowning is a major cause of injury and death for children ages 5 to 14, it can be prevented. One way is through the YMCA’s Safety Around Water program, which teaches kids the value of being safe around water and parents the importance of water safety skills. According to data from the USA Swimming Read More …
GOOD CITIZENSHIP Schooling, Safety And Savings
(NAPSI)—A smart investment now could save taxpayers billions a year and make the nation a safer, better place to live. The investment is in education for prisoners. It may seem strange but the numbers show why: According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, approximately 95 percent of prisoners are eventually released. This amounts to around Read More …
ROAD TO SAFETY Safe Driving Pays: How One Teen Won $5,000 For A Digital Short Against Distracted Driving
(NAPSI)—Americans are mobile-first, but when driving, your number one priority should be safety. While our phones are a source for information and entertainment, there is no reason for anyone to manually text while driving. That’s the message that 17-year-old high school senior Claire Offenberger conveyed in her digital short public service announcement that won the Read More …
HINTS FOR HOMEOWNERS Prepare Your Deck For Outdoor Entertaining Season
(NAPSI)—This year, designers are seeing a growing trend emerge among homeowners: bringing their interior design aesthetic to their outdoor spaces. “Homeowners are looking for ways to let their personalities shine throughout every room in their homes, including the outdoors,” says HGTV/diy network star, Jeff Wilson. “It’s changing the way people approach decorating, including their decks Read More …
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HEALTH AWARENESS Dominoes Explain Effects Of High Blood Pressure
(NAPSI)—Uncontrolled blood pressure can trigger a domino effect of catastrophic health events such as stroke, heart attack, heart failure and kidney disease—but you don’t have to let it knock you down. About 80 million adults, roughly one-third of the U.S. adult population, have it. Most people with high blood pressure have no symptoms and can Read More …
TECHNOLOGY IN OUR LIVES Five Things To Know When Leasing Wireless Devices
(NAPSI)—America’s wireless industry is constantly evolving but one thing doesn’t change: fierce competition for every single mobile customer means you have new options. Thanks to this competition, you can choose among a variety of innovative offers for wireless service and devices. Some providers and handset manufacturers offer an option to lease, rather than buy your Read More …