(BPT) - With summer-just around the corner, it's time to get-your car-in tip-top shape to withstand hot days and long road trips. Summer driving requires your car to run differently; some adjustments and inspections are important to ensure your vehicle lasts season to season. Follow these five fast fixes and inspections to cruise through the summer and avoid roadside headaches. Tire ...

(BPT) - Stress affects everyone and can cause problems at work, home and with health. Researchers have found that stress is a leading cause of illness, affecting as much as 20 percent of the population. Economic factors, such as a recession, have also been shown to significantly increase population-wide stress levels. "Stress is a trigger mechanism for a whole range of ...

(BPT) - Parents of young athletes know that along with the many benefits of participating in sports, there comes a certain amount of injury risk. And while most would agree that the benefits of being active and involved in athletics outweigh those risks, it's important to make sure your child gets proper treatment if an injury occurs. As more evidence ...

(BPT) - It's a serious problem with a simple solution. Nearly 1 million children under the age of 5 are exposed to potentially poisonous medicines and household chemicals, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). There is no better time than now to learn more about preventing accidental and unintentional poisonings. "Parents know to keep household cleaners and ...

(ARA) - Cutting back on vacations and entertainment is a wise move to help ride out a recovering economy, but don't be tempted to forego car and homeowners insurance to make ends meet. Some people appear to be doing just that. Statistics from the Insurance Research Council, for example, indicate 16 percent of American drivers are uninsured. Nearly half of those ...

(ARA) - Do your brakes squeal when you push on the pedal to stop? Have you been ignoring that unsightly puddle of liquid that keeps appearing under your car? Small inconveniences can become much larger problems if not taken care of early, and unfortunately, many drivers fail to address vehicle problem signs until it's too late. Frequent checks and proper ...

(ARA) - Disaster preparedness has become more common as a result of the increasing number of floods, tornadoes, wildfires and hurricanes in recent years. According to FEMA's website, there were 99 major disasters declared in 2011 alone. One area of disaster planning too often minimized or overlooked is financial data. "Saving and protecting your financial information can take some time," says ...

Owning a car is an expensive business as not only you have to pay to purchase the car but you will have other costs such as maintenance, upkeep, insurance and gas.  In this day and age with the rising price of goods and services, everyone is looking at ways of saving money.  Car insurance is one place where you can ...

Insurance policies differ depending on the states or provinces where you live. Some state/provinces do not have no-fault insurance. If you are ever in an accident and your resident state does not have no-fault insurance you must be able to prove damages and whether the accident was the other party’s fault or yours. This article will provide you with critical ...

(ARA) - Being protective goes hand-in-hand with being a parent. From hand sanitizer gel to bike helmets to high-tech car seats, moms and dads will go to the ends of the earth to keep their little ones safe, sound and happy. But eventually, the scrapes and bruises no longer need a healing kiss, the training wheels come off the bike ...