(BPT) – With summer winding down, many are soaking up their last days at the beach or lake before the weather cools. With rest and relaxation on their minds, some have already started planning vacations for next year. A wise decision — especially with ongoing passport delays and soaring prices for airline tickets affecting travelers. […]
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How to Perform Your Own Home Energy Audit
(Family Features) Running a household can get expensive. Between regular maintenance and utility costs, things can add up quickly over the course of a month. One of the most costly parts of owning a house is typically heating and cooling. If your house isn’t sealed or energy efficient, your heating and cooling costs may climb […]
Clear the Bathroom Clutter
(Family Features) Due to their small size and heavy usage, bathrooms can become messy, cluttered areas for many families. For those with smaller bathrooms, storage solutions can be even harder to find. Consider these organization tips to make your bathroom a clean and functional space for every member of the family: Assess the mess: Go […]
3 Steps for Safe Fun in the Summer Sun
(Family Features) With an abundance of activities available throughout the summer months, from swimming and hiking to organized sports and spontaneous backyard games, the sunshine leads to fun almost everywhere you look. It’s important to keep in mind a few safety precautions to help enjoy those moments to the fullest, whether your family’s excitement takes […]
Mission alignment: How to get the most out of business-nonprofit partnerships
(BPT) – National Nonprofit Day (Aug. 17) provides an important reminder for companies. Partnering with the right nonprofits can help them achieve social objectives and make a greater impact. The rise of corporate social responsibility (CSR), environmental, social, and governance (ESG), and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives have many companies reevaluating how to operate […]
Lo que debe saber sobre la hipertensión arterial pulmonar
(StatePoint) Se calcula que cada año se diagnostican con hipertensión arterial pulmonar (HAP), a entre 500 y 1,000 personas en todo el país. Si bien actualmente no hay cura, el tratamiento puede ayudar a controlar los síntomas y mejorar la calidad de vida. La American Lung Association, con el apoyo de Janssen, lanzó una nueva […]
THE LAST PROFESSIONAL – Another Potential Classic in America’s Literary Landscape
(NewsUSA) – It’s been said that Ed Davis has done for American railroads what Jack Kerouac did for American highways and John Steinbeck did for American nomads. Lofty comparisons indeed. And it’s amazing this can all happen while writing a book about hobos, what Davis calls a “brotherhood of travelers who emerged with the coming […]
5 ways to support active duty and retired Sailors, Marines and their families
(BPT) – Military families are incredibly resilient. They face unique challenges compared to their civilian counterparts. Between frequent relocations to deployments and other disruptions to their routines, life can be difficult for the 2.6 million military family members across the globe. Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) knows how important it is to provide assistance for […]
How to Overcome Anxiety at the Dentist
(NAPSI)—If you experience anxiety and stress while visiting your dentist, you’re not alone. For many people, the idea of going to the dentist stirs up anxiety; however, it’s so important to combat those thoughts to keep your smile strong and healthy. To help, here are four tips so you can remain calm while your teeth […]
Delicious, No-Fuss Dinner Ideas for the Back-to-School Season
(StatePoint) Whether it’s shuttling the little ones to their after school activities, or helping older students cram for their exams, families get super busy, quickly when kids return to school in fall. But that doesn’t mean you can’t regularly sit down together for weeknight dinners. “Parent-chefs can effortlessly turn up the flavor by relying on […]
