Exercise, psychology can bring relief for back pain
For patients who have not been successful with treatments like surgery and narcotic pills, doctors are trying a new approach for treating back pain. In…
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Spring for a salad in the merry month of May
Food Revolution Day on May 20 is a worthy addition to our May observations. Celebrity Chef Jamie Oliver initiated this global campaign in 2012 to inspire…
Behind the wheel .. CAUTION!
The National Safety Council cites many reasons for the big increase in traffic deaths during 2015. In spite of all the safety features on today’s cars,…
Forklift hazards
On a forklift, stability is the key to safety and the most important step is knowing your lift’s capacity, according to ehstoday.com. Always be aware of…
Here’s how to properly don a respirator mask
Half-mask respirators are essential equipment in automotive, construction and industrial settings. They can protect the wearer from lead poisoning, dust…
Keep up with your credit report
It’s important to check your credit reports on a regular basis to ensure that there aren’t any errors and to help protect yourself against fraud and ID…
Tax-free savings plans for people with disabilities
States across the nation are beginning to offer an investment account for people with disabilities. It’s similar to the 529 college savings plans. The…
Some storage companies pick up your $5 box, then deliver it when you want it back
A new segment of the storage industry is challenging the you-haul-it model of storing your stash. A startup called RedBin will pickup and store boxes for…
People want to know what’s in the food, where it comes from
Hershey Co.’s “smart labels” put more nutrition information on packages and will soon tell where ingredients come from. Kellogg Co. and General Mills now…
The Thrift Savings Plan is a 401(k)-type program for military people
A new program will help service men and women save money with a government match, much like a 401(k) program. The fiscal 2016 defense spending bill,…