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How to Vet a Charity
If you are inclined to make charitable donations, be aware that there are a million-plus legitimate charities that Americans can support, but countless other “charities” that are actually fraudulent shell organizations.
Tax Update
Tax season is upon us, and it’s time to figure out if and how changes brought by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will affect you. Bear in mind that adjustments have been made in each of these areas:
The 411 on 401(k)s
Retirement accounts in the U.S. reached record highs by the end of 2018’s third quarter. The average account balance was $106,500 for 401(k) plans, and the number of 401(k) millionaires in the U.S. increased to 187,400, up 41 percent from 2017.
What’s the Password?
Tornadoes? Hurricanes? Weak passwords? According to the World Economic Forum, cyber attacks are the third most pressing threat, behind only extreme weather events and natural disasters.
New Department of Health and Human Services Exercise Guidelines
As the U.S. economy has morphed from manufacturing to service-based, our lifestyles have become more sedentary.
The Healing Power of Tears and Hugs
“The act of crying is more effective than laughing or sleeping in reducing stress. If you cry once a week, you can live a stress-free life.”
Sound Waves for Cognitive Disorders
Scientists are currently experimenting with altering brain activity without the use of surgery through what’s called non-invasive neuromodulation, or sound waves.
Keeping You and Your Pet Healthy
Maybe chasing your new puppy around the house or yard will make your heart and walking your dog is definitely good exercise.
Stress Can Add Up: Know How to Cope
While money and work have consistently topped the American Psychological Association’s annual Stress in America™ survey over its more than 10-year history, last year a new stressor moved to the forefront: “the future of our nation.”
How To Make Your Own App
Do you have an idea that would make for a great smartphone app? There are now apps designed to help you make an app. You don’t need programming skills, just use the simple drag-and-drop interface.
Tips For Lowering Blood Pressure
After age 50, the systolic (top) number in blood pressure readings tends to creep up. The following are tips to help keep your blood pressure in the normal range and reduce the risk of developing hypertension, heart disease or stroke.
Flu Season Strategies
In the winter of 2017, about 80,000 Americans died of the flu and related complications, while the number of people hospitalized neared 1 million, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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