Exactly what is a tornado and what is a near tornado? When it comes to personal safety, it hardly matters. Even relatively wean tornadoes can be devastating, causing tremendous property damage. Learn a few facts about tornadoes and what you can do to keep you and your family safe before, during, and after a tornado.
Despite being told for years how important it is to get a good night's sleep, most of us in Highland still consider it a suggestion we can afford to ignore. Let's face it: most Michiganders would still choose finishing that critical report or watching another episode over getting enough quality rest. But mounting evidence of how significant sufficient sleep is to mood, productivity, and physical health might inspire you to start finally making it a real priority. Due to the depth and breadth of its impacts, the Centers for Disease Control went so far as to call sleep deprivation "an epidemic" earlier this year. Read on to learn more about the serious consequences of poor sleep.You can also check out the CNN video report below which emphasizes the importance of good sleep.
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School in Macomb County is in full swing, which means young people are spending more time online using social media, plus a variety of other Internet resources and entertainment options. This leaves many kids at risk for cyber-bullying, online predators, and identity theft.
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If you're a business owner in Wayne County, allowing employees to take a smart phone break during work hours probably sounds like a pretty lousy idea. But a recent study suggests that doing just that might actually be good for morale and productivity, too.
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Due to a recent West African outbreak this epidemic has claimed more lives than any other since the discovery of the Ebola virus in the 1970s. This potentially deadly virus originates in animals but can be passed from human-to-human once a person becomes infected. A recent CDC report projects that without effective containment the epidemic could reach up to 1.5 million cases by early 2015.
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Approximately one out of four adults experiences mental health problems each year, but over half of those never receive treatment. The impact of untreated mental illness stretches far and wide, affecting everything from lifespan and quality of life to employee productivity and economic security. Mental Health Awareness Week, Oct. 5-11, is a time to recognize those who suffer from mental illness, and to increase public awareness and education in Michigan about this critical issue.
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Most everyone in Highland, MI knows that regular oil changes prolong engine life and help avoid expensive repairs but how often should you really change your oil? Here's some information to help you set the right interval.
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Jack and Sara, the newly engaged college sweethearts we've been tracking during their romantic summer road trip, have had quite an eventful adventure. When we last checked in, they were recovering from having crashed their car into their host's garage in New Orleans, from the unfortunate theft of Sara's fancy camera from their Nashville motel room, and from Jack's debilitating bout of food poisoning. What additional surprises might the road have in store for our lovebirds?
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With school having started in Highland, it's easy to forget that summer lingers well into late September, and the weather remains warm enough for most of us to continue enjoying our yards. The nights, however, are cooler than they've been in months, making those wonderful outdoor fire pits more appropriate than ever. What's more pleasant than sitting outside on a Highland evening with friends and family, and some good food and drink around a warm, flickering fire?
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