Tis the season for tax returns! Are you the one who files your return as soon as you can? On the other hand, maybe you are more like me, still gathering all of your documents and hoping to get everything filed just before the April 15 deadline. Either way, it is important to plan for how you will spend your refund. Once it hits your bank account, it is tempting to splurge on something you had not planned on buying.

(BPT) - Health-related goals are some of the most common New Year’s resolutions. Everyone’s health journey is different, and for many this means taking medications or supplements that support weight loss. For others, this may mean crossing a surgery or diagnostic procedure off the to-do list. And for some, it can mean doing both.

Heart health is vital. Despite widespread recognition of the importance of a healthy heart, cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death around the world. CVD includes coronary artery disease and other issues affecting the heart or blood vessels. e.

In a typical day, few people may pay much mind to foodborne illnesses. But once a person gets sick from food poisoning, the experience is something they don’t soon forget.

While many home renovation projects are best tackled during the warmer months, there are specific minor repairs and tasks that are important to address in winter. These quick projects are easy to complete in a weekend and will make for a more cozy, organized winter home.

Many people will say that no movie marathon is complete without a big bowl of popcorn. Movies and popcorn have been linked for decades, but popcorn is more than just a must-have on movie night. Popcorn lovers may be surprised to learn just how healthy this beloved snack can be.

Song of the Kansas Emigrants We cross the prairie as of old The pilgrims crossed the sea, To make the West, as they the East, The homestead of the free! We go to rear a wall of men On Freedom’s southern line, And plant beside the cotton-tree The rugged Northern pine! We’re flowing from our native hills As our free rivers flow; The blessing of our Mother-land Is on us as we go. We go to plant her common schools On distant prairie swells, And give the Sabbaths of the wild The music of her bells.

When it comes to planning their retirement, most people will rely upon their savings, 401(k)s and other forms of income to provide the security they will need for that phase of life. However, many don’t consider a crucial need for their later years: long-term care insurance.

With only 8% of children and 21% of adults reporting receipt of the 2023-24 COVID-19 vaccine, less than half the population reporting receipt of a flu vaccine and just 20% of adults 60 and over reporting receipt of the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine, it’s no surprise that rates of respiratory illnesses are at elevated levels this season.

Hosting a Big Game watch party? By following the playbook of BBQ experts, you’ll have your friends and family cheering for your game day spread. “The trick to achieving tasty BBQ is real smoke flavor.