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Celebrating Small Businesses
As we celebrate Small Business Month in May, it’s the perfect time to recognize the immense contributions that small businesses make to our nation’s economy and communities. Small businesses represent the entrepreneurial spirit that has long defined the American dream, from neighborhood coffee shops to home-based businesses. This is a time to shine a light […]
Stroke Awareness
Stroke Awareness Month: Know the Signs, Save a Life. As we observe Stroke Awareness Month this May, let’s take a moment to understand this medical emergency that can happen to anyone, at any time – and learn how quick action can save lives and limit long-term damage. Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States […]
Mental Health America
America started Mental Health Awareness Month in 1949 and has been observed ever since. It is celebrated through media, local events, and film screenings. The intern I have this semester asked me this week if I was aware of the ice bucket challenge. I remember this from 2014 to bring awareness to ALS. He let […]
Distracted Driving Awareness Month
April is a busy month! Were you aware that April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month? This is a new one for me 🌞 What is Distracted Driving? April is designated as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. This nationwide effort aims to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving and encourage drivers to stay focused on […]
National Earthquake Preparedness
April is National Earthquake Preparedness Month. On Monday, April 14th, Southern California had a wake-up call. The MyShake app went off 2-3 seconds before the 5.2 quake on the Elsinore fault struck. FYI, the MyShake app is an earthquake early warning for residents of California, Oregon, and Washington. Here is the link to learn more: […]
Stress Awareness
April is Stress Awareness Month, and April 7-13, 2025, is also Public Health Week. And, a quick reminder: File your US taxes or request an extension by April 15th! Today, let’s look at how to recognize and manage stress. Various research studies over the years show that change significantly impacts stress levels. The connection between change […]
Financial Literacy
April is financial literacy month. As finances are in the news of late, I thought I would address financial literacy across different life stages in this post. Photo by Markus Winkler on Unsplash Building Financial Literacy at Every Life Stage April marks Financial Literacy Month, giving us all a perfect opportunity to reflect on our […]
Mail Theft
Mail theft is on the rise throughout the United States. The FBI and the USPIS have issued warnings this year alerting people that check fraud is rising, with a significant volume enabled through mail theft. Photo by Sincerely Media on Unsplash Allow me to share a personal story. I signed up for Informed Delivery years […]
Changes Ahead for Social Security
We covered Social Security and Medicare a few weeks back. Changes appear to be on the horizon for Social Security recipients, which may require more in-person office visits or the use of online tools. The changes mostly impact two groups of people: those seeking Social Security benefits for the first time and current recipients who […]