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Seven simple steps to senior bathroom safety
Unable to complete everyday tasks with the same mobility they once had, many senior homeowners are left with unsafe measures to prevent falling in the bathroom. These may include insufficiently secured towel racks that could fall when gripped for support, shower chairs that are not slip resistant and sliding shower doors...
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Save money on your spring travel plans
The long winter months have everyone itching to get out and do something new. For many Americans, this means planning a much-needed vacation - away from winter, work and school. With the travel bug in your head, take advantage of these saving tips to make the most out of your vacation.
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Give grass a fresh start this spring
Grass is an extraordinary plant, the unsung hero of backyards everywhere. With proper care and feeding, grass can help clean the air, cool the ground, reduce erosion and provide one of the softest outdoor play surfaces. With all of these amazing benefits, it pays to start the spring season off right by giving grass a boost.
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Medical alert systems and other simple steps for keeping senior parents safe
Throughout your life, your parents did everything they could to ensure your safety. Now, as part of the sandwich generation, you may find it challenging to know how to help keep your aging parents safe in their own home. Experts agree: Helping prevent falls is one of the most important ways you can protect your senior pa...
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Putting the spotlight on rare diseases
For people with a rare and serious disease, the journey to getting an accurate diagnosis and confirming a proper treatment regimen can be arduous. Rare diseases, including some cancers, can be difficult to diagnose because symptoms are often misleading, misunderstood or misinterpreted. As a result, it can sometimes take ...
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Small-scale renovation projects continue to provide the best return for homeowners
Even as spring approaches, the residential real estate market continues to be rough on American homeowners more than three years after the start of the nationwide housing crisis. Although sales of existing homes are up slightly from 2010 levels, the median home price is still down throughout most of the country, accordin...
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How to increase your body's HGH level naturally
If you're a sports fan, you're probably familiar with the term human growth hormone - HGH for short. While you may have become familiar with HGH as a performance-enhancing substance that's banned in competitive sports, human growth hormone is actually something that your body produces naturally.
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Tips for traveling with the entire family
There are two things that many grandparents have in common: They love to travel, and they love to spend time with their grandkids. While those activities might not seem to mix for some families, many are discovering the benefits of taking a vacation with the entire family, grandparents included.
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Can you increase investment returns in a low-rate environment?
The Federal Reserve has lately been focused on keeping interest rates low. With the strength of the economic recovery still uncertain, the Fed hopes that continued low interest rates will help stimulate economic growth. While low interest rates tend to be good news if you carry consumer debt or if you're shopping for a m...
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Selling or staying put, 'daylighting' improvements pay off for homeowners
"Daylighting" improvements that boost your home's brightness and energy efficiency offer substantial return on investment for both home sellers and those who will be staying in their homes for the foreseeable future.
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What to look for in a cleaning service company
It might be an unsung profession, but cleaning and janitorial services are an essential part of every business. Businesses striving to make their office spaces comfortable for employees and welcoming to clients know the paramount importance of a clean, fresh and attractive environment.
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An apple a day keeps the dentist away
While tooth decay remains one of the most common health problems in children, it is also the most preventable, experts say. Here are some tips on what children and parents can do to protect and strengthen their smiles for years to come
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