Day: May 4, 2012

In summer, your feet may be exposed to risks that don’t occur in winter. Here’s some expert advice on how to keep feet health this summer.

Tommy and Susie aren’t the only ones who love Grandmom and Grandpop. Identity thieves love seniors too. Fortunately, taking precautions – including monitoring one’s identity and credit – can help seniors reduce their risk of identity theft.

Warmer, longer days, flowers blooming, birds chirping and the onset of the garden season are all glorious signs that cold weather is behind us. And, while taking in the sights, sounds and smells of Mother Nature at work is refreshing, the good does bring a few, less-than-ideal issues – a major one being stink bugs. Unfortunately, this year may see the largest population of stink bugs across the U.S. to date thanks to the very mild winter weather pattern most of the country experienced.

The almost infinite number of small clubs and organizations that exists tells you a little something about how people like to spend their free time. After all, when you’re passionate about something, you get involved, pitch in and lend a hand. And for each club that exists, there’s a group of members that is willing to devote time, money and energy to the group’s cause.

Does spending time on your deck “do it for you” – or does your deck simply “do the job?” Now that warm weather has arrived, you’ll be outside more; your outdoor space should be an area that you truly enjoy and are proud to show off to company. You may not need a complete deck remodel to achieve that level of perfection. With some smart deck upgrades you can create an upscale look for less.

Cutting back on vacations and entertainment is a wise move to help ride out a recovering economy, but don’t be tempted to forego car and homeowners insurance to make ends meet. Here are tips on which insurance protections you can’t do without.

When you, or a family member, need medical attention, one of the first people you encounter may be a nurse. Nurses provide constant care throughout the patient journey. From helping patients understand their treatment, through assisting with procedures, to the administration of medicine – the role of nurses is pivotal. Nurses are the critical-thinking, quick-acting, deeply caring professionals at the heart of good patient care.

With temperatures on the rise, it’s time to get outside to relax with family and friends. Today’s homeowners want their outdoor spaces to be an extension of their homes, with 80 percent saying a patio or front porch are “must haves,” according to a survey of residential architects by the National Association of Home Builders.

Registered nursing – already the largest health care occupation with 2.7 million jobs – is on a massive growth trajectory. Employment of registered nurses (RNs) is expected to increase by 26 percent by 2020 and nursing was recently ranked No. 1 in the U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Jobs” list for 2012.

Teachers touch the lives of thousands of children throughout their careers. A good teacher can help a child who hates math learn to love numbers, a shy child become a social butterfly or enable a child who can’t read to learn the wonder of books. If you have children in school, you know firsthand how hard their teacher consistently works to ensure they learn, have fun and grow. Teacher Appreciation Week is May 7 to May 11 – this is the perfect time to thank your children’s teachers for the important role they play in your lives.

Looking for a way to enhance the use and enjoyment of your outdoor space? A deck addition may be the solution. A deck creates a designated area for entertaining and relaxing outdoors, while increasing homeowner satisfaction and home value. If you’re a motivated do-it-yourselfer, building your own deck can be a fun and rewarding challenge that saves you money and ensures your outdoor space is tailored to suit you and your home.

Hunger pangs between breakfast, lunch and dinner can strike even those with the most nutritious meal regimens. In fact, snacking recently has become popular; 97 percent of Americans snack daily, up from 71 percent four decades ago, according to a new study from the Journal of Nutrition.

Nearly everything we’ll ever need to know about being a girl, we’ll learn from other girlfriends who’ve “been there, done that” before us. Even when things are medical, even when we love our OBGYNs, sometimes we’re embarrassed or don’t want to waste their time with things not involving making babies. That may explain why more than 7 million women suffer from heavy cycles, but go years without getting the help they need.