Nearly 251,000 identity theft-related complaints were made to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in 2010. So it’s no surprise that – for the 11th straight year – identity theft ranks No. 1 as the biggest concern among consumers. To protect yourself from being counted among those victims, follow these identity fraud prevention tips.
Dinner clubs have been a popular activity for many Americans for decades. And why not? Combining the best of fabulous food and good friends with whom to share it, dinner clubs (or supper clubs as they are sometimes known) provide a regular opportunity for group members to get together and enjoy delicious meals together.
As autumn fades and winter draws near, homes begin to reflect the approaching holiday season. For many of us, the cooler weather also signifies a lifestyle change.
The holiday season is the perfect time to hit the road and celebrate with loved ones, but travel expenses tend to skyrocket around this busy time of year. With a bit of planning and research, there are many easy ways to save on travel, lodging and activities around the holidays.
The holidays are here. For many that means it’s time to pull out the best serving platters and the tastiest recipes for entertaining special holiday guests. Does contemplating your holiday party or dinner menu make you anxious? Don’t fret. Today’s technology is making it easier for you to quickly and easily prepare festive recipes that will bring good cheer to your guests.
When Janelle Maiocco learned she was traveling to Italy last summer on an all-expenses paid trip through Tuscany, it was as though the chef and blogger were really just coming home.
It shouldn’t be a surprise that, while veterinary care appointments have been declining, incidents of pet diseases have increased. In particular, totally preventable diseases are on the increase.
The seasonal flu, which is also known as influenza, is not the same as a head cold, and should not be taken lightly. In fact, the Center for Disease Control estimates that the flu affects anywhere from 5 to 20 percent of the U.S. population each year, and that approximately 200,000 people are hospitalized each year due to flu-related complications. How can you separate fact from fiction about the flu, and protect yourself and your family? This advice can help.
Atrial Fibrillation is a common condition in the heart that causes the atria – the upper two chambers of the heart – to beat very fast and irregularly. When this happens, blood isn’t pumped through the heart as well as it should be, which makes people with AFib vulnerable to the formation of a blood clot in the atria.
If your daughter’s imagination often takes her to a land of magic castles, gorgeous gowns and glittery tiaras, then she’s likely in what is known as the “princess phase.” It’s a magical time in a girl’s life when her imagination takes over playtime to include kings and queens, princes and princesses staged in an enchanted world where anything is possible.
Safety and automotive experts have long recognized that ESC systems – which use computer-controlled braking to reduce the risk of rollovers and other crashes – save lives and prevent injuries. Now insurance industry insiders are saying ESC can lessen the financial toll caused by some types of accidents and may even help motorists save money on their insurance premiums in the near future.