In 2019, Americans are becoming more conscious of the materials and chemicals we interact with on a daily basis. Since pollution levels of volatile organic compounds can actually be up to five times higher indoors than outdoors, many consumers are taking a close look at the products, food, and materials…
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Everything You Need To Know About Insulated Concrete Forms
Concrete is one of the most important materials in the history of mankind. Its strength and durability allow it to tolerate heavy loads and last thousands of years; it’s no wonder that it’s used in everything from building foundations to interstate highways. Unfortunately, it isn’t the greenest material. Homes built…
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Florida Making Texting and Driving a Primary Traffic Offense
With the increasing popularity of technology, social media, and the Internet in general, driving has become much more dangerous than previous years. This is shown with 72% of mobile users saying mobile-friendly websites are important, since they’re using their phone when they’re on the move. Fortunately, many cities and states…
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Making A Champion: Parents Are Going Into Debt Over Children’s Extracurricular Activities
Many parents view their children as a fresh start and a new chance. As a result, they’re willing to invest an incredible amount of money into their extracurricular activities in the hopes that they’ll return the favor when they become successful. Whether their kid takes piano lessons, needs hockey gear, or is…
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House of Reps Passes International Adoption Bill, Inclusive Adoption Bill Introduced
Every year, an average of 2.4 million weddings take place in the United States. For many of these happy couples, saying “I Do” is the first step they take toward starting a family. For many parents, there’s no greater milestone than the birth of their child. However, that reality may…
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Protect Your Kids’ Teeth With These Summer Oral Health Tips
For kids, summer vacation is the best time of the year. But for parents, summer is when the family’s schedule turns on its head. With all this extra activity and excitement, it can be difficult to get your kids to eat right and maintain good oral hygiene. To help you…
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Four Tips For New Dental Assistants
If you need dental services, you should look into the options in your area. If you have dental insurance, they will cover much of your treatment but might require you to go to a certain clinic. It can be worth the effort of making an appointment at an approved location…
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Low-Fat Diet Lowers Risk Of Dying From Breast Cancer, Study Shows
Your everyday diet may have a bigger impact on your risk of developing breast cancer, new data shows. According to a new, long-term study stemming from the federally funded Women’s Health Initiative, a low-fat diet high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains may reduce the risk of dying from breast…
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Most Sudden Cardiac Events Occur In Middle School Athletes, Study Finds
Cardiac events are responsible for most deaths in youth athletes. According to a new study by the National Athletic Trainer’s Association, the vast majority of youth athletes who suffer sudden cardiac-related deaths while playing sports are middle schoolers. Researchers analyzed 45 sudden sports deaths that happened between 2007 and 2015.…
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Throwing A Dinner Party? Here Are 3 Ways To Avoid Disrupting Someone’s Diet
Everyone loves a good party. Whether you’re halfway through college or heading toward your 50s, there’s nothing better than spending some quality time with your best friends. Unfortunately, hosting a party in 2019 is a bit more difficult than it used to be; approximately 66% of Americans are currently on a…