Homelessness is an international scourge. The last time the United Nations did a global survey of homelessness was in 2005. They estimated that approximately 100 million people were homeless around the world while another 1.6 billion people lacked adequate housing. Factor in that this survey was not globally participated in by every single human on the planet,…
Substance Abuse Epidemic: How to Identify Opioid Addiction
Substance abuse has always been a concern across the U.S., but over the last two decades, it has become an epidemic. Dating back to 2002, 13% of Americans above the age of 12 years old had used an illicit drug or abused a psychotherapeutic medication over a 30-day period. 10 years later, that number had…
The Power Of Preservation: History Of England’s Industrial Past Archived And Digitized Online
Teddy Roosevelt once said: “I believe that the more you know about the past, the better you are prepared for the future.” He was right; not only does history teach us who we used to be, but it helps us appreciate who we are. When you are grateful for the life you currently live, the…
Drug Use And Worker’s Comp: How How The Legalization Of Marijuana Affects Claims
Historically speaking, workers’ compensation claims have been a nightmare for businesses across the world. The amount of money and time that must be devoted to the investigation (to determine its legitimacy) and the following legal proceedings, should they occur, can take up considerable resources. While anyone injured at work is absolutely entitled to replaced wages…
Workers Beware: 4 of the Most Common Causes of Construction Accidents
The construction sector has been and currently is one of the most important industries across the United States. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the most dangerous professions. In fact, 15 out of every 100,000 construction workers die as a result of construction-related accidents. According to World Pipelines, a national search is now on to identify…
Steven Tyler Donates $500K to Open Home for Abused Girls
Today’s society focuses a lot on physical health problems. And while this is great for people with conditions like heart disease, which cardiac catheterization can help diagnose and treat, there are people who also have mental and emotional conditions who need help. Fortunately, more and more people are taking steps to provide support for these…
Homeowner Financial Assistance: 6 Tips to Keep Your Monthly Expenses Low
Owning a home is incredibly exciting. You actually own a piece of U.S. property that you are free to do what you wish with — within reason. There are so many advantages to owning a home, however, millions of Americans regularly struggle with their housing expenses. From staying on top of home utility bills and…
People With Tattoos: MRI Scans Are Safe, Study Says
MRI scans are used for a variety of medical purposes. And with about 8.3 million American adults now suffering from serious psychological distress, like depression and anxiety, more MRI scans are being given than ever before. And while these scans are safe and used every day, past research has found that people with tattoos may…
AAA Study Finds Electric Vehicle Driving Range Decreases in Cold Weather
There are a lot of impressive vehicles on today’s roads — like ‘The Beast’, which is an armored Cadillac limo with a five-inch layer of armor that’s used to transport President Trump. But some of the more impressive vehicles available to normal folk are electric vehicles. Unlike the first stretch limousine, which made its debut…
3 Wardrobe Staples Every Professional Woman Needs
When you’re taking the first steps in your career, lots of things can be confusing. If both you and your partner have new full-time jobs (like 46% of two-parent households), you’re already stressed. In these situations, little is explained to you. No one teaches you how to properly greet your superiors (Mrs. Johnson? But everyone…