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Why poor sleep is the top mental health challenge for employees The top mental health challenge your employees are experiencing today might come as a surprise to you. Spring Health surveyed over 500 HR professionals and more than 1,500 full-time employees for its 2026 Workplace Mental Health Annual Report, and a massive misalignment emerged. More than one-third (36%) of employees cited sleep issues related to mental health as a top challenge in the past year. In fact, sleep challenges tied to me...
Why some health professionals are recommending pet ownership for better health Research suggests that pet ownership is associated with higher life satisfaction, with some studies estimating its impact as comparable to that of a substantial increase in income. According to the paper The Value of Pets by Michael W. Gmeiner and Adelina Gschwandtner, this comparison reflects a modeled relationship between life satisfaction and income rather than a literal financial gain. Beyond the obvious...
EPA launches a ‘back-to-basics’ blueprint to help rural drinking water systems The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) launched a technical assistance program for water infrastructure in early March 2026, designed to help rural communities update and repair aging water utilities and get into compliance with federal regulations. The program, called the Real Water Technical Assistance (RealWaterTA) initiative, rescinds a Biden-era memorandum that the Trump administration criticized for pri...
Is there a best allergy medicine for seniors? Safe medications and which ones to avoid There are some medications that older adults should avoid due to their risk of side effects. This includes some of the most well-known allergy medications. But that doesn’t mean you have to avoid all allergy medications if you’re over the age of 65. There are plenty of treatment options that are still safe and effective for older adults with seasonal allergies. In this article, GoodRx, a platform for med...
Why home insurance claim payouts can feel disappointing Why the Payout Isn't What You Might Expect Imagine you discover a serious leak from your ceiling that causes major floor and drywall damage. No problem, you think: I’ll just file a claim with my insurance company and the repairs will be covered. But then the insurance estimate arrives, and it’s thousands less than the contractor’s repair quote. Welcome to a common homeowner reality check. Especially during storm season, homeowners are o...
The main financial factors, other than rent and mortgage, to consider when moving Whether you’re packing up in hopes of moving to a major metropolitan area, sunny coast, the heartland or abroad, there’s a lot to consider when finding a new place to call home. Consider everything you pay for now — transportation, groceries, utilities and entertainment, for instance — and how the price tags on those goods and services could change when you relocate. Housing costs are typically top of mind, but the...
Most midlife adults feel better about their health than they did in their 30s, according to Hone Health data Aging is often considered synonymous with physical and mental decline, but a new nationwide survey of 1,000 adults aged 35–65 shows that increasingly, people in this age group feel more in control of their health now than they did a decade ago. The survey, conducted by Hone Health, a telehealth platform focused on longevity and preventative health, found nearly three-quarters of r...
Where cost of living has increased and decreased the most The cost of living premium in a specific location reflects the relative cost of housing, groceries, utilities, transportation, and other common necessities, compared to the rest of the country. The overall valuation of a dollar also comes into play, with general inflation metrics keeping tabs on nationwide trends and applied across a wider basket of goods and services. Fitting these local and monetary measurements together creates a...
What features should you prioritize in a medical alert system? A medical alert system offers a fast, easy way to call for help in an emergency. Aging in place is safer with a medical alert system, but choosing the right features is key. Standard systems can call 911, but can't identify who or where you are. Advanced systems enhance safety with features such as GPS tracking, automatic fall detection and dedicated response centers. In Medical Care Alert's guide to choosing a medical alert system,...
More than 1 in 3 American workers are delaying or canceling major purchases due to job security concerns As global socioeconomic stress continues to rattle markets, American consumers are facing a difficult period. Inflation is rising, investors are uneasy, mortgage rates are elevated, and many people are uncertain about the future. But beyond spending concerns, fears around AI’s impact on jobs and the economy are further spooking workers. That uncertainty is shaping financial decisions. A...
How to design an outdoor entertainment space that adds value to your home When you’ve decided to build an outdoor living space, you make the decision to invest equity into your home. Outdoor living spaces can yield an ROI (return on investment) from 60% to 600%, depending on the features you equip it with, according to Extra Space Storage. Whether you decide to install a patio or outdoor kitchen or both, Wildfire Outdoor Living is here to guide you every step of the way to create the ideal o...
scarp577 // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Anniston metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $365,545 in March, 0.8% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some...
Konstantin L // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Auburn metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $365,545 in March, 0.8% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some...
scarp577 // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Birmingham metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $365,545 in March, 0.8% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some...
Volodymyr Kyrylyuk // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Decatur metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $365,545 in March, 0.8% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But...
ungvar // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Dothan metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $365,545 in March, 0.8% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some areas are...
4 PM production // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Daphne metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $365,545 in March, 0.8% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some...
Konstantin L // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Gadsden metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $365,545 in March, 0.8% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some...
Volodymyr Kyrylyuk // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Montgomery metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $365,545 in March, 0.8% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places....
scarp577 // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Tuscaloosa metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $365,545 in March, 0.8% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some are...
Property taxes are rising fast in these states. Here's how investors are staying ahead. It’s no big secret that property tax rates have been on a steady rise for the past few years. With the marked boom in homeownership that followed the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, many investors saw the value of their properties soar to unprecedented highs. However, as with most things, what goes up must come down. The market has been showing some changes in the form of stagnation, longer listing periods, as w...
The states with the highest divorce rates, and what the numbers actually mean Divorce rates in the U.S. have hit a historic low, but the geography of who is splitting up, and why, tells a more complicated story. Nevada has held the top spot in American divorce statistics for decades. According to the most recent data from the CDC's National Vital Statistics System, Nevada's divorce rate was 3.8 per 1,000 residents in 2023, which is the highest of any state with complete reporting. Wyoming and...
Inside AI traffic’s 796% growth, and why it converts more ready-to-buy visitors AI-referred visitors aren’t just increasing. They’re more likely to convert. In an analysis of 2.3 billion sessions (January 2024 to December 2025): - Traffic from generative AI grew 796% in two years. - AI visitors converted approximately 1.2 times higher than organic search and at a higher rate than any other “free” channel. - Organic and direct still dominate (63% of sessions), while AI accounts for 0.18%. Wh...
Mother's Day brunch, sorted: Top-rated local restaurants nationwide for holiday delivery and reservations, according to DoorDash data Brunch has become the defining meal of Mother’s Day — but as the ways people celebrate evolve, so do the options available to them. This year, DoorDash is spotlighting the local restaurants that make celebrating easy, whether that’s delivery to your door or securing a coveted reservation. The restaurants featured on this list were identified using DoorDash data...
Evaluating non-drowsy allergy medicine options Allergy symptoms can disrupt daily life, causing sneezing, a runny nose, itchy eyes, and congestion. Many people avoid taking allergy medications because of concerns about drowsiness, which can interfere with work, driving, or other activities. Non-drowsy allergy medicines offer relief without sedation, helping people stay alert and focused, Doctronic reports. These medications primarily belong to the class of second-generation antihistamines....
