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Dr. Michael Jordan, Vice President of Service to the Armed Forces and International Services at the American Red Cross, shakes hands with Colonel Megan B. Stallings, Commander, U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command, after signing the historic MOU that aims to give the Red Cross Emergency Communications brief to 100% of military recruits.

Historic Agreement Signed By Red Cross and Armed Forces

(NAPSI)—Good news for American military members and their families: A new program aims to provide emergency communications briefings to 100% of military recruits. The American Red Cross, alongside … more

5/6/24

Choose plants that support pollinators and wildlife.

Tips to “Yard Your Way” This Spring

(NAPSI)—Homeowners can put their own spin on their personal outdoor space this spring by adopting a “yard your way” attitude, advises the TurfMutt Foundation, which is celebrating 15 years of … more

4/30/24

Making a difference, saving lives, developing new skills, and being part of a close knit team are all reasons people choose to become volunteer firefighters. (NAPS)

Volunteers Needed To Answer The Call

(NAPSI)—When an emergency strikes, firefighters are there to answer the call. In fact, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reports that fire departments responded to over 35 million … more

By NAPS,
North American Precis Syndicate | 10/25/19

Pay Attention to the Warning Signs of Depression, Suicide Risk

(NewsUSA) - While it is common for everyone to feel down or sad at times, a person whose symptoms last for more than two weeks may be having a major depressive episode, according to The Substance … more

10/23/19

A good way to make a difference in your community is to join a volunteer fire department. (NAPS)

Volunteers Needed To Answer The Call

(NAPSM)—When an emergency strikes, firefighters are there to answer the call. What people may not realize is that the majority of these firefighters are volunteers, donating their time and energy … more

By NAPS,
North American Precis Syndicate | 10/22/19

How Kids Can Make a Difference by Including Others

(StatePoint) Bullying among kids continues to be the number one social issue facing this demographic, according to YouthBeat research. This is why Cartoon Network, PACER’s National Bullying … more

10/16/19

Students at Menchville High School made a positive impact on their community.

Schools Can Play an Instrumental Role in Empowering Young Leaders

(StatePoint) From encouraging dialogue on mental health to initiating grassroots fundraising efforts for pediatric cancer, students across the country are choosing issues they’re passionate about … more

10/15/19

Helping Manage The Cost of Asthma And COPD Inhalers

(NewsUSA) - With the intense summer heat and horrible air quality, some people across the California Central Valley and other areas of the country are finding it difficult to breathe. When this … more

9/12/19

Tackling the Housing Affordability Crisis

(StatePoint) As housing prices soar nationwide, a growing number of Americans are unable to find affordable housing. Experts say that the problem has reached a crisis point, and is harming the … more

8/26/19

A Moment That Matters: Take Time for Tire Safety

(NewsUSA) - Working batteries in smoke alarms? Check. Fresh oil in your car? Check. New water filter for your fridge? Check. But how many people think about regularly checking their tires? As fall … more

8/21/19

The Pet Boost: Furry Friends Help Seniors Feel Less Lonely

(NewsUSA) - Many older adults experience feelings of loneliness and isolation as they age, but pets can provide the companionship and love seniors desire. A new survey conducted by Home Instead, … more

8/19/19

Sharing is Caring: 5 Simple Ways to Help Area Seniors

(NewsUSA) - The number of older adults in our society is growing rapidly. Today, for the first time in history, there are more people over age 60 than under age five. As this population expands, … more

8/9/19

Bart S. Fisher, co-founder of Give Life Foundation, and Nobel Prize nominee.

Need for Donor Registry Prompts Nobel Nomination

(NewsUSA) - When Dr. Bart Fisher's son, Ivan, was diagnosed with a rare blood disorder in 1983 at eight-years-old, the only cure was a bone marrow transplant. However, at that time, there was only a … more

7/1/19

Need for Donor Registry Prompts Nobel Nomination

7/1/19

Philipe, right, is one of four Treehouse youth mentored by celebrity chef and restaurateur Tom Douglas. (NAPS)

Celebrity Chef Mentors 4 Youth

(NAPSI)—Noted Chef Tom Douglas cooked up a way for four youth who have experienced foster care to explore culinary careers. What Douglas Did The Seattle restaurateur, who defeated Masaharu … more

By NAPS,
North American Precis Syndicate | 7/1/19

Kids and teens are more likely to stay in school when they have a place to go after school where they can have fun and learn to be good citizens. (NAPS)

Helping Children Reach Their Potential

(NAPSI)—While most families acknowledge the importance of education, one out of every six students in America doesn’t graduate high school on time. This can be the result of many unfortunate … more

By NAPS,
North American Precis Syndicate | 6/27/19

Airport Kiosks Teach Travelers Hands-Only CPR

(NewsUSA) - Each year, more than 350,000 cardiac arrests occur at locations other than hospitals, and more than 20 percent occur in public places, according to the American Heart Association. CPR, … more

6/25/19

Decoupling from China

(NewsUSA) -We do not know what will come out of the meeting between President Trump and Xi Jinping at the G-20 on June 28, but the signs are ominous. The state-promoted anti-American propaganda … more

6/24/19

39 Million Hugs and Counting - Amma Visits US, Toronto

(NewsUSA) - Mata Amritanandamayi, or Amma, as she is called, is a world-renowned humanitarian and spiritual leader whose life of service has inspired millions of people to help others. Saddened by … more

6/21/19

Is Your Supermarket Reducing Plastic Pollution?

(StatePoint) Plastic pollution is a crisis for communities, oceans and waterways, according to environmental experts, who point out that supermarkets -- as major contributors to the growing problem … more

6/18/19

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