By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Beyond the U.S. economy, one in two Americans believe the outcome of the 2024 Presidential election will directly impact their own personal finances, according to new research from Empower, a leader in financial planning, investing, and advice. In fact, a quarter (24%) say that the winner of the election helps
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – La temporada festiva es un periodo de júbilo, pero a veces difícil, especialmente para las personas que viven con diabetes y que pueden estar cuidando su ingestión de azúcar. Debido a las fiestas con abundancia de golosinas, las comidas y los viajes que podrían obstaculizar una alimentación saludable, puede ser
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, Recently, my wife and I and several other couples were houseguests in a large home. Among them was a couple who, when introduced, mentioned that the husband was a chiropractor. The following day, as we were all watching TV, my wife mentioned having neck and arm discomfort. The chiropractor offered
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By NewsUSA (NewsUSA) – As advances in artificial intelligence continue to transform the world, the integration of AI and robotics will have a significant impact on many areas, and will change both fields. The Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP), a nonprofit and nonpartisan initiative with a goal of making recommendations to strengthen America’s long-term competitiveness in
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – La COVID-19 continúa siendo una preocupación para la salud pública, ya que se siguen observando aumentos repentinos periódicos de infecciones y hospitalizaciones.1 Si bien los contagios de SARS-CoV-2 suelen aumentar en el otoño y el invierno al igual que la gripe, el virus está presente durante todo el año y
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Fall is here, and it’s the perfect season to experience a warm coastal autumn in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. All along the Grand Strand, you’ll find seasonal celebrations, outdoor activities and incredible events for the whole family to enjoy. While the area is renowned for its summer activities, the off
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Did you know Puerto Rico celebrates one of the longest holiday seasons in the world? The holiday season lasts about 45 days, from Thanksgiving Day through mid-January. During the holiday season, the Island is alive with colorful decorations, delicious food, authentic music and grand festivals to mark different points of
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is a celebration of togetherness, prosperity and the rich, authentic flavors of Indian cuisine. It’s a time when families and friends gather, sharing meals that bring warmth and joy to the holiday. The vibrant colors, spices and aromas of these dishes are more than just
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, My husband and I have been married for 12 years. Things were good in the beginning. However, many times he has let me down by not helping with bills, stress, etc. He recently lost a job, which has added to my stress because we now have a child. I have
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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—In 2022, Lisa Reed was eagerly anticipating her 70th birthday. She had plans to travel to Italy and was looking forward to spending more quality time with her grandchildren. But a persistent cough, worsened by a bout of COVID-19, led her to the emergency room in her hometown of Sante Fe. There,
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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—Shopping for the holidays is more expensive than ever. With Americans carrying more debt than ever before, many are expected to spend $18.5 billion using third-party buy now, pay later (BNPL) services for holiday purchases according to data firm Adobe Analytics. Today’s shoppers want and need meaningful ways to save
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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—With the fall season underway, the sun’s trajectory is lower in the sky, so drivers should be extra careful, especially during sunrise and near sunset. That’s when the sun’s intense rays can temporarily blind you, which may lead to a collision. Fortunately, there can be a solution. According to the
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By NewsPress Now Por Heidi Schwarzwald, MD (NAPSI)—Las personas mayores, sus cuidadores, familias y sistemas de apoyo deben priorizar ciertos pasos para promover un envejecimiento saludable, que puede ocurrir en la comodidad y conveniencia de sus hogares, incluyendo lo siguiente: 1. Mejore su estilo de vida: esto es crucial durante la
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – En la medida que las hojas comienzan a cambiar de color y las temperaturas a descender, los propietarios de viviendas de todo el país se preparan con vistas a la transición estacional al otoño. Con frecuencia, esta época del año es sinónimo de intensa actividad, ya que preparamos nuestros hogares
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) Tom Thousand spent many years helping low-income residents with home repairs. After retirement, he knew he wanted to continue helping people in his free time. He answered the call to serve through AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP. Since 2010, he has volunteered to deliver meals to those in need, transported donated food
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Even the most skilled cybersecurity expert can fall prey to today’s incredibly sophisticated phishing attempts. Phishing can take place in a variety of ways, but recognizing these “lures” is a powerful way to defang cybercriminals: Phishing: Traditional phishing comes in the form of a fraudulent email that encourages recipients to click
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) If current trends continue, decades of gentle teasing and jokes about older adults’ confusion with technology may be on their way out. Not only do digital tools and technology help this generation stay connected to family and friends, but technology is also making it more practical for these individuals to
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, My niece is getting married. We have received a wedding invitation, RSVP and all, but it’s addressed only to my two 11-year-old identical twin daughters. My husband and I are not invited to the wedding or to the reception. There’s been no communication as to how child care will be
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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—Behind every sip of Anheuser-Busch’s industry-leading beers is a farmer who worked hard to grow the high-quality rice, barley, corn, or hops inside that beer. That is why Anheuser-Busch is raising a toast to the more than 700 farmers across the country who make our beers possible. For more than
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – ¿Le da prioridad a las visitas de bienestar y a las pruebas de detección de enfermedades en su lista de cosas por hacer? Lamentablemente, muchos estadounidenses no lo hacen. La Encuesta de Bienestar (Wellness Matters) de Aflac de 2024 reveló que 3 de cada 5 estadounidenses evitan las pruebas de
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, I have been married 27 years with two kids. My wife recently revealed to me that she was raped when she was 14 but said it wasn’t violent. She also said she had several adult partners when she was 15 and 16. We had discussed our past prior to marriage,
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By NewsPress Now Meet Bellamy! Bellamy is a pretty spotted and striped brown tabby with a soft personality and gentle spirit. This 2-year-old was held for a time, and she is ready to find a permanent home to call her own. Bellamy has a sweet and shy demeanor. She loves to be petted and will
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – This year’s Medicare Annual Enrollment brings a major change for prescription drug users: a new payment program for older adults and those with disabilities to spread out their costs over time, making it easier to manage out-of-pocket expenses. With 90% of Americans over 65 taking at least one prescription, and
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – COVID-19 remains a public health concern, as we continue to see periodic surges in infections and hospitalizations.1 But while SARS-CoV-2 infections tend to rise during the fall and winter seasons just like the flu, the virus poses a year-round burden and COVID-19 remains a leading cause of hospitalizations from respiratory
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Con la llegada de las hojas crujientes y el aire fresco, anhelamos un sabor en particular: el “pumpkin spice” (especias de calabaza.) Gracias a una innovadora tendencia de venta, Sam’s Club y su marca privada Member’s Mark están listos para atraerle con una variedad de dulces de especia de calabaza. Con
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Scammers seem to be getting more and more sophisticated, and older adults are often the target — especially of financial scams. In fact, scams targeting Americans 60 and older resulted in over $3.4 billion in losses in 2023, an 11% jump from the previous year, according to the 2023 FBI
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – The self-care movement is having a moment. Over the summer we observed Self-Care Month from June 24 to July 24, with the symbolic notion of 24/7 (July 24) self-care being top of mind in our stressful world today, not just during that month, but in every month. The World Health
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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—At a time when so many teens feel uncertain about life after high school, College Board’s BigFuture® is inspiring millions of students to take steps that can help them see a future that’s bigger and brighter. Every year, 15 million users visit BigFuture, a free platform that empowers students to discover college
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By NewsPress Now by Heidi Schwarzwald, MD (NAPSI)—Seniors, caregivers and their families and support systems should prioritize certain steps to promote healthy aging—many of which can happen from the comfort and convenience of their homes—including the following: 1. Improve your lifestyle: Improving lifestyle is crucial with age, with 95% of adults
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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—In the last 50 years alone, vaccines have saved 154 million lives—six people every minute for five decades. But measles, polio, and cholera outbreaks are on the rise despite being vaccine-preventable, and vaccines still urgently need funding. Measles is one of the most contagious diseases and is often the first indicator of
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