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Hospital Ransomware Hacks Show Our System is Focused on the Wrong Things
Bob Sullivan on April 25, 2016
Our efforts to protect patient privacy, through HIPAA, are ‘defending patient records instead of patient health.’ Meanwhile, security systems against hackers are in shambles.
No One Is Immune to the Gender Pay Gap, Not Even Doctors
Krystal Steinmetz on December 21, 2016
A new report produces this puzzling finding: The wage gap between highly trained women and their male peers in the medical profession is even bigger than the national average.
13 Fitness Hacks That Can Simplify Your Workouts
Allison Martin on April 22, 2016
Some everyday fitness hacks can keep you motivated to exercise when free time is scarce.
Money Really Can Buy Happiness — If You Spend It Right
Krystal Steinmetz on April 22, 2016
A recent study reveals that money can make you happy, if your spending habits are in line with your personality.
Sweet Ice Cream Deals You Won’t Want to Miss
Krystal Steinmetz on April 21, 2016
As the weather starts to heat up, why not chill with a serving of icy goodness? Check out these deals for free and discounted ice cream offers across the country.
Finally… A Woman Chosen for the US $20 Bill, Plus New Faces For the $10 and $5
Ari Cetron on April 21, 2016
The decision about how to update U.S. money followed intense political debate over race and gender — and may also have been influenced by a new musical.
9 Best Low-Cost Exercises for Weight Loss
Melissa Neiman on April 21, 2016
Here are exercises that science has identified as true calorie-burners. And as an added bonus, all of these activities are low cost or no cost.
Xfinity Offering Free Premium Content This Week
Karla Bowsher on April 20, 2016
Watchathon Week is on. That means that through this Sunday, April 24, Xfinity TV customers can access programs from networks that generally cost extra.
Nation’s Largest Health Insurer to Exit Most Obamacare Exchanges
Krystal Steinmetz on April 20, 2016
Citing the impact on its bottom line, UnitedHealth will leave all but a handful of insurance state insurance marketplaces. Here’s how that move could affect consumers.
Where the Cost of Child Care Outstrips College Tuition
Krystal Steinmetz on April 18, 2016
High-quality day care is out of reach for many families across the country, but the cost varies a lot from state to state, a study shows. Find out where your state ranks.
Amazon Prime and Video Services Now Available by Month
Karla Bowsher on April 18, 2016
Amazon is now offering its annual Prime subscription on a monthly basis, and its Prime Video perk as a standalone service.
Think You’re Paying a Lot of Taxes? Here’s How the US Compares With Other Rich Countries
Krystal Steinmetz on April 17, 2016
Americans may be comforted to know that they pay less, on average, than people in most developed countries. Of course, they may get less, too.
Free Entrance to All National Parks This Week
Krystal Steinmetz on April 17, 2016
Enjoy the great outdoors for free. The National Park Service is waiving entrance fees at national parks across the United States this week.
Get a ‘Ramen Burger’ for as Little as 22 Cents
Krystal Steinmetz on April 17, 2016
Talk about the ultimate comfort food … Check out this Red Robin deal that allows you to feast on a ramen burger at a deep discount.
Science Reveals the Best Way to Say ‘I’m Sorry’
Karla Bowsher on April 15, 2016
Two new studies suggest an apology is complex — at least if you want it to be effective.
Ask Stacy: Where Can I Find a Cheap Will?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
Kevin’s facing a familiar challenge: He needs a will, but doesn’t have the money to pay a lawyer. What should he do?
Moms Turn to Crowdfunding to Pay for Maternity Leave
Krystal Steinmetz on April 15, 2016
Among industrialized countries, the United States has some of the weakest policies for supporting new parents. One of the results has been American parents-to-be reaching out on the internet for funding.
Walmart Expanding Free Curbside Grocery Pickup Service
Karla Bowsher on April 14, 2016
The service will be available in eight additional cities by the end of April, with more new locations slated for later in the year.
Does Fast Food Expose You to Industrial Chemicals?
Karla Bowsher on April 14, 2016
Eating fast food is linked to a spike in the level of chemicals known as phthalates inside your body, according to one study.
Get a Checking Account That Earns 20 Times More Than Conventional Savings
Krystal Steinmetz on April 13, 2016
Is your money just sitting in the bank? You could be making hundreds of dollars of interest off it with a high-yield checking account.
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