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Do you work from home? Well, you aren't alone. Over the past few decades, telecommuting has become increasingly common. Statistics show that over four in 10 Americans perform at least some of their work at home. While working from home offers numerous benefits, there's new evidence suggesting it could be bad for your mental health.Study Links Telecommuting to Loneliness The health insurance company Cigna released conducted a study to investigate the mental health of stay-at-home workers in the U …

Overgrown trees are a major nuisance for homeowners and their family members. When left unchecked, a tree's canopy by expanding to the point where it encroaches upon a home's usable space. An overgrown tree, for example, may have long branches extending into the patio or that press against the home's siding. You can prune overgrown trees in your landscape, but you need to follow some basic safety tips to prevent injury.Wait Until It's Sunny OutsideIt's recommended that you wait until a bright an …

Kidney stones are an all-too-common occurrence in middle-aged adults and seniors. Research shows that roughly 13% of all women and 7% of all men will develop at least one kidney stone during their lifetime. A kidney stone, of course, is a solid mass that accumulates inside the urinary tract. Depending on the size, it can cause mild to severe pain -- with some cases of kidney stones requiring surgery to treat. The good news is that you can lower your risk of developing kidney stones by taking a f …

Not all slip-and-fall accidents occur in the workplace. Each year, millions of  U.S. adults inure themselves by slipping and falling in their home. While many of these injuries are minor, consisting of bruising or lacerations, others are more severe and debilitating. As a homeowner, however, you can prevent slip-and-fall accidents in your home by following a few simple steps.Use Handrails When Climbing StairsIf your home has stairs, you should use the handrails when climbing them. In the Un …

Research shows the average worker is only productive for a little less than three hours each day. Unfortunately, low productivity levels can have a ripple effect on a business's performance. If a business's workers aren't productive, they won't be able to excel in their respective operations. So, what causes lost productivity in the workplace exactly?#1) MeetingsMeetings are a common cause of lost productivity in the workplace. According to one report, half of all workers say meetings are a wast …