Browse | North American Precis Syndicate, Inc.

806 results total, viewing 581 - 600

Healthful Eating

The End Of The Year Is Not The End Of Your Healthy Living Diet

(NAPSI)—The holiday season, starting with Thanksgiving and culminating on January 1, is a tough time of year for those wanting to lead a healthy lifestyle. In fact, a survey of 2,000 Americans … more

12/5/19 02:52 AM

Eye On Health

How People With Low Vision Can Stay Safe And Independent

(NAPSI)—People with low vision have blind spots that can make it difficult or impossible to drive, read or see faces. These impairments cannot be corrected by surgery or glasses. What’s … more

11/26/19 02:51 AM

How To Put A Bow On Your Holiday Health Care Conversations

(NAPSI)—With the holidays just around the corner, there will be plenty of time to catch up with family. Beyond sharing cookie recipes and shopping for Black Friday deals, the holidays are also … more

11/23/19 02:52 AM

Working In America

Get Help Getting Into The Workforce

(NAPSI)—For many Americans—maybe you or someone you care about—2020 could be a milestone year. That’s because it could be the year of your ticket to financial … more

11/21/19 02:52 AM

Health Awareness

Six Top Wellness Trends to Watch For

(NAPSI)—According to the National Institutes of Health, only about 20 percent of your life expectancy is dictated by your genes; the rest depends on your lifestyle. Increasingly, people look to … more

11/16/19 02:51 AM

When Getting Your Wisdom Teeth Out, You Can Ease Pain Without Opioids

(NAPSI)—“Will it hurt?” is often one of the first questions people ask when told they need a medical procedure. One problem: the mere thought of pain can intensify its feeling. … more

11/15/19 05:33 AM

Veterans News & Notes

Veterans Commemorate 50th Anniversary Of Vietnam War With 'Alive Day' Stories

(NAPSI)—Army veteran Ron Hope was piloting a helicopter in Vietnam to extract a company of soldiers, when he was shot down. His left brachial plexus—the network of nerves that sends … more

11/14/19 02:52 AM

Children’s Corner

5 Foster Care Facts

(NAPSI)—When a child or youth is placed into foster care, their safety and well-being become the shared responsibility of the community. Organizations such as the nonprofit Treehouse are an … more

11/13/19 02:51 AM

Join A Clinical Trial To Help Advance Innovations In Health And Medicine

(NAPS)—Clinical trials are at the heart of advances in health and medicine. They seek to discover better ways to prevent, detect and treat disease to improve the health of current and future generations. By volunteering in a clinical trial, you can help advance human health—for yourself and others. more

11/8/19 09:43 AM

Enjoying The Holidays With Family

Home For The Holidays

(NAPSI)—With today’s technology, staying in touch with loved ones around the country—and the world—is easier than it’s ever been. We are connected to each other … more

11/8/19 02:53 AM

Helping Communities

Separated by Crisis, Reunited by Volunteers

(NAPSI)—Each year, armed conflicts and natural disasters wreak havoc on a global scale. Yet even after the immediate crisis passes, the devastation can last much longer—particularly when … more

10/30/19 02:52 AM

Your Health

5 Important Medicare Changes Coming For 2020

(NAPSI)—If you’re enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan, or are considering one, you will have more plan choices with a wider range of benefits to help you better manage your day-to-day … more

10/29/19 02:51 AM

Caregiver’s Corner

Caregivers, Take Care: How To Keep Your Caregiving Duties From Overwhelming You

(NAPSI)—Caregiving for a loved one can be a fulfilling, yet overwhelming experience. Forty million Americans provide care for their aging loved one each year, and spend an average of 24.4 hours … more

10/23/19 02:51 AM

News For Older Americans

Seniors Have A Lot To Smile About

(NAPSI)—Healthy teeth and gums are an important part of overall well-being. However, as people age, they become more prone to gum disease and other oral health problems. With regular dental … more

10/15/19 02:52 AM

Health Awareness

Medicare Enrollment Season Is Coming: 5 Tips To Make Sure You’re In The Right Plan

(NAPSI)—Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period runs from October 15 to December 7, 2019. This is your yearly chance to shop for insurance coverage that best meets your needs. People covered … more

10/12/19 02:51 AM

Children’s Health Update

Ask The Doctor: Early Morning Challenges With ADHD

(NAPSI)—ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder defined by impairing levels of inattention, disorganization, and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity.1 For people with ADHD, these behaviors are more … more

10/12/19 02:51 AM

News Of Nutrition

How Americans Get Enough Protein While Eating Less Meat

(NAPSI)—If you’re eating meat on a daily basis, it appears you may be in the minority—according to new research. A survey of 2,000 Americans examined respondents’ eating … more

10/9/19 02:53 AM

Planning A More Secure Future

As The Cost Of Long-Term Care Increases, It Pays To Know Your Options

(NAPSI)—According to AARP, there are 10,000 people turning 65 every day—a figure that is expected to be consistent until 2030. As these Americans continue to prepare for and enjoy their … more

10/8/19 02:52 AM

Health Alert

Cold Medicine Ingredients Can Raise Your Blood Pressure

(NAPSI)—There’s a reason it’s called the “common” cold: Adults have an average two to three colds per year and children even more, according to the Centers for Disease … more

10/8/19 02:52 AM

Health Awareness

Is It Heart Failure Or ATTR-CM? Six Ways To Know The Difference

(NAPSI)—Doctors estimate more than a million Americans are at risk for a condition known as Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy or ATTR-CM. If you or someone you care for is at risk, there are … more

9/28/19 02:52 AM