July 14, 2012 in Entertainment, Entertainment RSS, Featured, Leisure & Activities, Living
Basking on the beach or playing in the surf are high points of summer vacation for many people. In fact, going to the beach is among the top five activities for American leisure travelers, according to the U.S. Travel Association. While beach time will always have its place in the hearts of anyone who loves ...
July 8, 2012 in Conditions & Treatments, Health, Health RSS, Health Tips, Life Lessons, Living, Living RSS, Prescription Drugs, Safety
Millions of Americans are plagued by chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes and arthritis. These are among the most common, costly, and preventable of all existing health problems in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. But there’s another, lesser-known condition that’s taking a huge toll on Americans’ ...
July 5, 2012 in Life Lessons, Living
Are you someone who likes to continually learn new things for professional and personal growth? If you answered “yes,” then you are likely a lifelong learner. Fitting this positive attribute into today’s busy lifestyles can be challenging. Distance learning provides a flexible, affordable and economical way to achieve your educational goals. Simply put, learning that ...
July 4, 2012 in Bone & Joint, Conditions & Treatments, Featured, Health, Health RSS, Health Tips, Life Lessons, Living, Living RSS
Prostate cancer is a serious issue for men, with one in six diagnosed with the disease in their lifetime. However, it is especially important for African-American men, who have a one in five chance of being diagnosed, which is the highest incident rate than any other group in the U.S. A recent survey of 90 ...
June 30, 2012 in Budgets, Budgets & Savings, Featured, Living, Money, Money RSS, Transportation, Travel, Travel RSS
Just as Americans are gearing up for warm-weather road trips and family vacations, prices at the gas pump are rising. For most people, driving is essential for getting to work, taking kids to school and going out to have some fun, so filling up the tank is a non-negotiable expense. However, costs add up quickly ...
June 29, 2012 in Conditions & Treatments, Health, Health RSS, Health Tips, Life Lessons, Living
Colon cancer is the No. 2 cancer killer in the United States because it frequently catches people unaware, according to the National Cancer Institute. But half of the colon-cancer deaths each year could be avoided if every adult older than 50 is screened, according to the American Cancer Society. Preventative screening is an important first ...
June 22, 2012 in Life Lessons, Living, Uncategorized
Everyone uses their memory at some point during their work day. Whether you are a teacher, stay-at-home mom, medical professional, skilled laborer, restaurant server, or specialize in another craft, your hippocampus – the part of the brain that supports short-term memory – is critical for remembering important appointments, names and even where you parked your ...
June 20, 2012 in Living, Money, Money Tips, Money Tools, Transitions
Today’s highly competitive job market presents challenges for everyone seeking employment. Recent graduates and seasoned professionals alike encounter limited opportunities. After submitting a resume and cover letter, these job seekers sometimes do not get a reply from prospective employers. This is discouraging, but not a surprise when employers often receive hundreds of resumes for every ...
June 13, 2012 in Fraud & Scams, Living, Money, Safety
Tommy and Susie aren’t the only ones who love Grandmom and Grandpop. Identity thieves love seniors too. Identity theft among Americans 50 and older is rising, according to the U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Statistics. In 2010, more than 3.5 million households headed by people 50 and older experienced identity theft, according to ...
June 7, 2012 in Housing, Housing Tips, Living, Safety, Travel
Have you ever accidentally left a candle burning unattended? Or left home without turning on the security system? You probably made a mental note to yourself to not do it again, but otherwise didn’t think much about it. But next time, you might not get so lucky. A simple “uh oh” could lead to thousands ...
