There’s therapeutic power in a purring cat
Is there a more relaxing sound than your cat, curled up and cozy, purring away on your lap? Maybe. But if you agree there’s not, the science is on your side. Research has proven that […]
Should you order your prescriptions online?
Ordering prescriptions from an online pharmacy can be a convenient and cost-effective way to lower your health care expenses. But there are drawbacks to obtaining medications online, from the lack of personal interaction with a pharmacist […]
Want a more efficient, well-organized brain? Try drinking tea
Coffee drinkers, step aside and allow tea enthusiasts to bask in the limelight for a moment. According to science, tea has a number of cognitive benefits, including increased brain efficiency, organization, and cognizance. Tea time […]
Women score higher on memory tests & that could hide early dementia
Women typically score higher on verbal memory tests than men, and a new study shows that their verbal edge could cause them to be misdiagnosed for cognitive impairment. The study, published in Neurology, looked at memory tests conducted […]
States struggling the most with the opioid epidemic
In order to estimate which states are the least equipped to address opioid abuse, ValuePenguin analyzed the ratio of opioid overdose deaths to substance abuse treatment centers in each state. States that are the least […]
Changing our clocks twice a year is costing us big time
A growing number of people are pushing for the end of Daylight Saving Time, and if you’re still feeling the negative physical effects of Sunday’s time change, you may be on board with that notion. […]
What to do if you get a massive medical bill
It’s scary to receive a medical bill that’s costlier than expected. Medical debt can sometimes lead to bankruptcy and hurt things like your credit score and ability to buy a home. Some let the payment notices pile […]
3 ways to turn a terrible morning into an awesome day
Have you ever woken up and thought, Crap, I have to talk to that so-and-so client today? Or, Ugh, I just don’t feel like going to that networking event. Some days, you wake up and […]
Americans are increasingly confused about health care
Many Americans are foregoing medical care because they’re unsure of what’s covered by their health insurance, a new Policygenius survey finds. More than one in four people (27.2%) said uncertainty over their coverage had led […]
How to improve your life by doing nothing
Being bored has done wonders for my financial life. Ditto for my physical and mental health. I used to be one of those moms who thought she could do it all; no to-do list was […]