(NAPSI)—The United States has long been considered a leader in entrepreneurial pursuits, with everyone from ambitious self-starters to certified moguls making their way here from around the globe to transform dreams into realities. According to the Global Entrepreneurship Development Institute, the United States provides the best environment for cultivating entrepreneurship, ranking first out of 138 Read More …
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HINTS FOR HOME BUYERS Loan Officer Reveals Secret To A Good Night’s Sleep
(NAPSI)—John and Jennie were renting a small house in Delray Beach, Florida when the perfect house came on the market: only four blocks from their rental home, 3,400 square feet, with five bedrooms and the biggest yard in the neighborhood. An excellent fit for their family of six. John has been a loan officer for Read More …
HEART HEALTH How To Stop A ‘Silent Killer’
(NAPSI)—High blood pressure is often silent—showing no signs or symptoms—but it’s not invisible. Survivors are speaking out to show the real impact of high blood pressure, and a new campaign from the Ad Council, American Heart Association and American Medical Association provides resources to help you and your doctor create a treatment plan that works Read More …
YOUR VISION Is LASIK Safe? Plus, Answers To Six More Questions About LASIK
(NAPSI)—You’ve had it with glasses and contacts getting in the way of your lifestyle. You’ve heard about LASIK and maybe even talked to one of the more than 19 million people who have had the popular laser vision correction procedure. Dr. John Vukich, assistant clinical professor of ophthalmology at the University of Wisconsin and member Read More …
HEALTH AND WELL-BEING Don’t Let Nausea Spoil Your Life
(NAPSI)—If you ever get sick to your stomach due to pregnancy, chemotherapy, surgery, riding in a car, a boat, a plane or an amusement park ride, or even virtual reality gaming, you may be relieved to learn two things: First, you’re not alone. Nausea affects millions of people every day. Scientists are not sure why, Read More …
NEWS OF EDUCATION Where Does School Money Go? Not To Teachers, Study Shows
(NAPSI)—There are a little over 3 million teachers in America’s public schools and for the majority of them, interacting with children is the best part of the job. That’s just as well, since for too many, salary and working conditions are pretty poor. In fact, for more than 20 years, teacher salaries have not even Read More …
NEWS FOR OLDER AMERICANS Connecting Caregivers To Local Resources And Support
(NAPSI)—Americans are living longer these days. The number of older adults is expected to reach 73 million by 2030. With 30 percent of Americans serving in a caregiving role, it is important to remember that caring for a loved one can be both rewarding and difficult. Often, caregivers don’t know where to turn for advice Read More …
MAKING LIFE BETTER ‘Hamilton’ Inspires Youth In Foster Care
(NAPSI)—A generous donor recently opened up the worlds of theater, music and history to a group of deserving young people, especially picked for their passion and involvement in performing arts. The Kids Students in Treehouse’s Graduation Success program experienced the Tony Award−winning, hip-hop musical sensation “Hamilton.” Treehouse gives youth in foster care a childhood and Read More …
HINTS FOR HOMEOWNERS What You Need To Know About Your Ductwork
(NAPSI)—Your health and your wealth. Those are the two major reasons you should have your HVAC system inspected by a reputable, certified professional. Consider this: Your Health Your heating and cooling system is essentially the lungs of your home. The system takes air in and “breathes” air out. Through normal living in a house, a Read More …
HEALTH AWARENESS When It Comes To Stroke, It’s OK To Overreact
(NAPSI)—Stroke affects more than 795,000 people in the United States every year.1 Also known as a “brain attack,” a stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen to the brain is blocked by plaque (acute ischemic stroke) or ruptures and bleeds (hemorrhagic stroke).2 If you suspect stroke, call 911 immediately. The saying “time is Read More …