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Orbon Alija/istockphoto The Least and Most Wheelchair-Friendly Cities for Public Transportation
Public transportation can be difficult to navigate even when you’re perfectly able. If you aren’t, it can be yet another obstacle to overcome. In cities where the public transportation system predates the Americans with Disabilities Act by more than a…
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ChristopherBernard/istockphoto 10 Signs Your Kid Isn’t Getting Enough Sleep
The days are getting shorter, school is back in session, and your child is cranky, clingy, emotional, and sluggish. Sleep — or lack of it — could be an issue, especially if you were a little lax over the summer…
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Steve Debenport/istockphoto 25 Changes Schools Are Making to Improve Student Health
School routines are returning after summer’s end, but schools are shaking things up to improve student health. From the lunchroom to the gym and from the classroom to the hallways, schools are making small improvements that can have a big…
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Boyloso/istockphoto 19 Holiday Destinations to Visit Now
Traveling during the height of the winter holidays can be a pricey undertaking. It’s no secret that when demand is high, prices spike, making Christmas and New Year’s among the most expensive times to visit some of the world’s popular…
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HRAUN/istockphoto How to Protect Yourself From 10 Top Causes Of Death For Women
Death may be inevitable, but like taxes, sometimes it can be forestalled. Regular checkups and talking about any new symptoms with your doctor are of key importance in detecting any life threatening-conditions and assessing risk factors. The Centers for Disease…
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PeopleImages/istockphoto 11 Ways and Accessories to Deal With Back Pain
Are you sitting up straight with your feet on the floor? If not, you might soon experience back pain, the world’s leading cause of disability. The condition affects more than 540 million people globally, and about 85 to 90 percent…
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anouchka/istockphoto The Cheapest Times to Book Holiday Travel
While summer is barely in the rearview mirror, travel experts have already turned their attention to the upcoming Thanksgiving and Christmas travel frenzy. A handful of reports have recently been…
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ViDi Studio/istockphoto The Best Places to Have a Fall Wedding
Crisp, cool and bursting with color, it seems like fall was designed with weddings in mind. The right venue and incredible scenery can make a fall wedding magical. Consider planning your…
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kiankhoon/istockphoto Houston Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
Frugal families need a special treat every once in a while. Take advantage of a night out at one of many restaurants in Houston where kids can eat free or…
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ksokolowska/shutterstock 25 Resources for Breast Cancer Support
A breast cancer diagnosis immediately changes the life of not just the patient but also the people in her life. Thankfully women with breast cancer and their loved ones have…
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Alliance/shutterstock 28 Fall Recipes That Showcase Seasonal Fruits and Veggies
Adjusting to the more limited selection of fresh fruits and vegetables in local markets after the bounty of summer can be trying. Sticking with seasonal produce, though, makes the most…
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laflor/istockphoto 7 Cheap Ways to Fight Migraines
What do Serena Williams, Ben Affleck, Janet Jackson, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar have in common? They all reportedly suffer from migraine headaches. Migraines affect about 12 percent of American adults, according…
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Courtesy of trulia.com 25 Most Expensive Apartments on the Market Across the Country
While most Americans can only dream about spending $85 million on a sprawling condominium, there’s no charge to drool over such lavish homes. With the help of Trulia, Cheapism has…
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Nastiamed/shutterstock Managing Chronic Pain: 10 Ways to Feel Better for Less
Chronic pain can be terrible, but its treatment can be fatal if done wrong — reports suggest the death of legendary musician Prince in 2016 was from a prescription pain…
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RamilF/istockphoto 51 Cheap and Easy Fall Recipes
Between apples, pumpkin, squash, and cranberries, autumn brings not only crisp days but countless options for thrifty and delicious dishes that capitalize on seasonal fare. Whether you’re gathering the family…
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andresr/istockphoto We Tried 7 Moisturizers for Sensitive Skin and This Is the Best
Moisturizing sensitive skin is no easy task. A lotion that’s too greasy can cause breakouts; another may not offer enough hydration; and just one wrong ingredient can cause a rash.…
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Manny The Frenchie/facebook.com 30 Dogs Who Make More Than Their Owners
There are a lot of benefits that come from owning a dog. Dogs typically earn their keep by warding off thieves, keeping a neighbor’s cat out of the yard, or…
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andresr/istockphoto Must Love Dogs: 14 Unexpected Jobs for Animal Lovers
Dog lovers everywhere will be happy to know that there are plenty of jobs and career paths that allow for spending your days with man’s best friend. While some of…