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REQUEST AN INTERPRETER | If your doctor doesn't speak your language or they speak a language you're less comfortable with, ask the doctor's office to provide an interpreter. Even though you might know basic medical terms in another language, you may feel more comfortable speaking in your first language, especially when it comes to discussing complex or sensitive subjects.

How to get the most out of your doctor visits

September 4, 2020 at 11:32 a.m.

Whether you're going to see a doctor for an annual checkup, an illness or an injury, you deserve to get the most out of your visit. Your doctor can diagnose...

PRIORITIZE MORE DIFFICULT WORK | It's easy for your child to become overwhelmed or fall behind on various assignments or in particular classes. Former high school English teacher Ashley Arrington recommends students tackle subjects that are more challenging or require extreme focus during the times that they best perform. For some kids, that could be right after school, while others could get a burst of energy at 9 p.m. Parents can help their kids map out their time and properly prioritize their work.

Remote learning tips for parents from teachers

August 25, 2020 at 3:13 p.m.

Much like bars, restaurants, gyms and office buildings, schools are reopening across the country. However, different school districts, cities and states have adopted a variety of school models ranging from...

METHODOLOGY | To determine which states' economies were most exposed to COVID-19, WalletHub compared 14 metrics. These included unemployment claims, changes in consumer spending and the share of state gross domestic product (GDP) generated by highly affected industries. Other factors were how each state was prepared to handle the crisis via work-from-home infrastructure and workers' access to paid sick leave.

Coronavirus and the economy: The US states most at-risk

August 18, 2020 at 11:02 a.m.

The coronavirus pandemic has had sweeping effects that have impacted millions of Americans. Beyond the illnesses and death, COVID-19 has dealt the country an economic blow due to the closure...

BUILDING A PANDEMIC POD | Across the country, parents have taken to social media to find other families with similar-aged children in their cities to pool their resources. For some parents, that meant rotating the responsibility of monitoring the pod of children. Other groups opted to chip in together to hire a babysitter or even a private teacher or tutor.

What is a pandemic pod?

August 25, 2020 at 12:53 p.m.

Many businesses have been reopening across the country during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, including restaurants, bars, malls and gyms. But the reopening of schools has become a particular source of...

DISPROPORTIONATE OWNERSHIP | Black people make up more than 13% of the U.S. population. However, according to a Brookings Institute analysis of the Census Bureau's most recent survey of U.S. businesses in 2017, there were 5.7 million U.S. firms with paid employees, and only 124,004 — or 2.2% — were Black-owned.

Black-owned businesses see wave of support but still face barriers, according to survey

November 18, 2020 at 3:16 p.m.

In the wake of protests sparked by the death of George Floyd and in support of the Black Lives Matter movement, many people across the country are looking for ways...

WHEELING, WEST VIRGINIA|Wheeling, West Virginia, might be a great destination for outdoor lovers with its miles of hiking trails, but its housing market is set to take a hit. Veros Real Estate Solutions predicts a 0.9% fall in housing prices here.

What coronavirus will do to home values across America, according to data

June 29, 2020 at 9:32 a.m.

Although many states across the country are easing social distancing restrictions, COVID-19 continues to threaten lives as well as America's economic outlook. Along with causing massive unemployment and taking a...

UNDERSTAND THAT GENDER AND SEXUALITY IS A JOURNEY | The Q in LGBTQ can stand for both "queer" or "questioning." Sometimes someone isn't ready to label themselves or they don't feel like they quite fit under umbrella terms like "gay" or "lesbian." Don't use a category or description for someone unless that's how they've told you they identify themselves. Someone's gender and sexuality can also change and evolve. If a loved one comes to you and tells you that they identify as something different now, accept it and adjust to using that term.

Ways to support the LGBTQ people in your life

June 15, 2020 at 2:20 p.m.

In commemoration of the Stonewall riots of 1969, Pride month is celebrated every June to recognize the struggles and achievements of the LGBTQ community throughout history around the world. Parades,...

RECOGNIZE PHYSICAL SYMPTOMS OF PSYCHOLOGICAL PROBLEMS|Your grief might not manifest in the ways you expect. Even if you're not crying all the time, there might be other ways your body reacts. According to the CDC, physical reactions to a traumatic event include everything from headaches, body pains, stomach problems and skin rashes. If these reactions are interfering with your life to where you are unable to carry out your normal responsibilities, don't ignore these symptoms — seek professional help.

Dealing with a loss? Here’s how you can handle your grief during a pandemic

February 12, 2021 at 1:22 p.m.

Beyond the loss of life, this pandemic has led to a grim news cycle, government social distancing restrictions and an economic crisis leaving millions of Americans unemployed. Fear, isolation and...

'EATER'S DIGEST' | For the latest and wildest in restaurant news, check out "Eater's Digest." In this weekly podcast from food website Eater, hosts Amanda Kludt, Eater's editor-in-chief, and producer Daniel Geneen discuss stories from restaurants and kitchens around the world, including how restaurants are handling the coronavirus, why spiked seltzer is having a moment and more. The show is available on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher.

The best food and cooking podcasts to up your game during coronavirus quarantine

March 29, 2021 at 10:35 a.m.

Although some states across the country are easing their coronavirus restrictions, many Americans are still spending more time inside and learning new skills, especially in the kitchen. Folks are hopping...

GET BACK ON A PLAN|People are doing what they can to cut back costs and save money during the coronavirus pandemic. However, a global health crisis is not the time to opt out of having health insurance whatsoever. If you lost health insurance through your job, one of the first steps you should take after your unexpected unemployment is to get enrolled in a new health insurance plan ASAP.

How to get back on health insurance if you’ve been laid off

May 29, 2020 at 3:50 p.m.

Millions of Americans have found themselves laid off, furloughed or unemployed because of the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic. If you've recently become unemployed, you are probably facing a...

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