(BPT) – Professional baseball player J.D. Martinez is prioritizing his lung health this baseball season. He has asthma, an underlying medical condition that puts him at increased risk for pneumococcal pneumonia. It’s a potentially serious bacterial lung disease that can disrupt your life for weeks and can even put you in the hospital or be […]
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How to Select the Right Outdoor Flooring for Your Yard
(StatePoint) Want to live your best backyard life? Experts say outdoor flooring can help you do it. “Outdoor flooring can keep grass healthy by providing a solid path over high-traffic areas and define areas of your yard for different uses,” says landscape designer, Doug Scott of Redeem Your Ground. “However, as with interior decorating decisions, […]
Preventing Bug Infestations at Home Can Reduce Your Anxiety
(StatePoint) A new survey reveals a pervasive fear of bugs among Americans. This is bad news considering that the average home has more than 100 kinds of bugs living in it. Click Here to Enlarge Infographic. According to a Proctor & Gamble survey, 71% of Americans suffer from what Zevo calls “bugxiety.” Much more than […]
Research Finds Most People Feel ‘Overwhelmed’ by Family’s Mess at Home
(StatePoint) While finances are a main topic that families fight over, a new survey discovers that cleaning and organizing also top the list. According to the survey, which was conducted by Duck brand, 76% of people feel “overwhelmed” by their family members’ messes. In fact, the research finds that messiness impacts relationships between family members: […]
What Homeowners Need to Know Before and After a Hurricane
(StatePoint) The official Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30, and the National Weather Service is predicting between 12 to 17 total named storms. The best advice for homeowners who want to be better prepared? Proactively think about what can be done ahead of time — as well as after the fact […]
How to Set Up the Ultimate Workstation for Kids at Home
(StatePoint) Want to help guarantee your child’s academic success? While you can’t control what goes on in the classroom, you can facilitate their study time at home by setting up an A+ workstation. Here’s how: 1. Choose a location: Select a location that’s well-lit, preferably with some natural light, and away from noise and distractions. […]
Save Cool Cash On Hot Days
(NAPSI)—Almost everyone appreciates a nice, cool, comfortable home when it’s hot outside, and as air conditioners kick into high gear, there can be a price to pay—literally—but you can do something about that. The Problem One big source of energy consumption in a home is the HVAC system. In fact, according […]
Booktrib’s Bites: Four Captivating Reads
(NewsUSA) – Running with the President by August Martin Jr. Democracy is under attack, militant extremist groups unleash chaos upon the American people, and conspiracy theories are mistaken for reality. Sound familiar? Here’s a political thriller that mirrors today’s headlines but still manages to deliver an escape from reality. Meet Doris Machado, a recently widowed […]
How to make back-to-school preparation less stressful — and more fun
(BPT) – Back-to-school is a busy time of year filled with errands and appointments to make sure parents and kids are ready for the upcoming transition. It can also be somewhat stressful — but it doesn’t need to be. By planning ahead and maximizing your time, you can even make it fun. With a little […]
CFP® Professionals Can Help Optimize Your Insurance
(NewsUSA) – Insurance is essential to protecting yourself. Health insurance, homeowners insurance, life insurance — all of these can protect you in the event of an emergency. However, determining exactly what type of insurance you really need, and how to budget for it, can be daunting.A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional can help guide you through […]
