(NAPSM)—El fin del verano es el momento ideal para volver a establecer los hábitos saludables y los preparativos para regresar a la escuela. Además de los chequeos dentales y exámenes físicos anuales, los pediatras recomiendan agregar las pruebas de detección de la escoliosis a la lista de chequeos médicos. ¿Qué es la escoliosis? La escoliosis Read More …
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Newsworthy Trends Unleash Girls’ Strength At Girl Scouts
(NAPSI)—Today’s youth are more vocal than ever about the change they want to see in the world, and Girl Scouts are the most equipped with the skills needed to make a real impact. Girl Scouts will now be even more prepared to address society’s most pressing needs, both today and in their future careers, with Read More …
Veteran News & Notes Veterans Today
(NAPSI)—If you or someone you care about is among America’s more than 20 million veterans, here are a few facts and figures you may find interesting: About one in 10 Americans is a veteran. About three-quarters of veterans have served during wartime. Gulf War−era veterans now account for the largest share of all U.S. veterans. Read More …
COLLEGE CORNER Five Tips To Help You Ace Personal Finance 101
(NAPSI)—Managing money as a college student can be challenging—with juggling tuition, room and board, books and everyday expenses, costs can quickly add up. Money is often tight and income limited. What’s more, for many, college is a time when they may be managing their money for the first time, not to mention with the added Read More …
Small Business Solutions How Free Technology Can Improve Teamwork
(NAPSI)—If you own or work for a small to midsize business, you’re far from alone. Such companies represent 95 percent of all firms and 63 percent of total employment. Now, many are improving their productivity and collaboration through digital technology. Managing Growth Consider this: Many small businesses start with a team of one or two. Read More …
POINTERS FOR PARENTS Stop Summer Brain Drain With These Great Tips
(NAPSI)—If any of the estimated 51 million schoolkids in America is one you care about, here’s something that is important for you to know: While your children are enjoying a vacation from school, they may be forgetting some of what they learned, according to the U.S. Department of Education. Fortunately, there are ways to prevent Read More …
CHILDREN’S HEALTH What To Do When The ‘Lice Letter’ Comes Home
(NAPSI)—If any of America’s 56 million schoolchildren is yours, you are probably familiar with the “lice letter” alerting parents that a head lice outbreak has been identified at school. When the letter comes home, some parents panic while others delay action because “it wasn’t my child.” Fortunately, there are steps you can proactively take to Read More …
VACATION ESCAPE Family Fun In The Sun
(NAPSI)—When vacation time rolls around, many families head to a place that combines the quiet solitude of an undeveloped beachfront with the amenities of a destination spot. The beaches are uncrowded, and just a few miles inland, wilderness adventures await. The kids can have a supervised blast while parents can escape for some much-needed downtime. Read More …
HEALTH BULLETIN Antibiotics And Your Dentist—CDC Urges You To Be Antibiotics Aware
(NAPSI)—The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) encourages the public to Be Antibiotics Aware by talking with their dentists about when antibiotics are needed for their oral health. While antibiotics have a role to play, they should only be used when needed. Any time antibiotics are used, they can cause side effects and lead Read More …
CAREGIVER’S CORNER What To Do When Life Makes You A Caregiver For Someone You Love by Diana Pierce
(NAPSI)—What would you do if you were suddenly faced with a caregiving challenge? A number of us are finding ourselves in this situation, including me. Helping a friend or loved one navigate life and health care can be complicated and frustrating. Over the last several months, I’ve been meeting with members of Blue Cross and Read More …