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Gift Ideas What College Kids Need

(NAPSI)—To give college students something that’ll help them for years, consider these job search tools and resources. Give books on how to successfully navigate the job search process. One of the more popular books is “The Secret to Getting a Job After College: Marketing Tactics to Turn Degrees into Dollars.” The newest edition addresses obstacles Read More …

Health Awareness Rural Americans Face Greater Challenges In Accessing Cancer Care, According To New National Survey

(NAPSI)—Nearly double the number of Americans in rural areas versus nonrural areas reported having an insufficient number of cancer doctors near where they live. This is one of the many findings from the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)’s second annual National Cancer Opinion Survey, which was conducted online by The Harris Poll. According to Read More …

Health Bulletin North Carolinians Urged To Get Flu Shots Following Record-Breaking Flu Season

(NAPSI)—The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that can develop into mild to severe illnesses or even death—yet too many people don’t realize how serious it can be. Flu Facts According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), influenza can send more than 700,000 people to the hospital each Read More …

Hints For Homeowners Get Ready For A Smart Home Three Ways

(NAPSI)—If you’ve been thinking about making your house a Smart Home, three tech trends are worth considering: Smart Lighting: Controlling home lighting through voice commands and mobile devices can be easy with low-cost, modular lighting systems from Deako. Traditional light switches can be converted to smart switches and smart dimmers, letting you control lighting, create Read More …

Health Awareness Dos And Don’ts For Managing High Blood Pressure During Cold And Flu Season

(NAPSI)—Colds and flu bring special considerations for people with high blood pressure, especially those on blood pressure medication. Here’s how to keep your blood pressure stable: DO: Keep track of medication. The American Heart Association’s online tools at www.heart.org/hbp include a downloadable chart to manage medications and a tracker that lets people set up text Read More …