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Understanding Your Social Security… Spring Into Retirement

Issue 15.13

Here are a few important items about Social Security retirement benefits and how to apply for them.

When you work and pay Social Security taxes, you earn “credits” toward Social Security benefits. If you were born in 1929 or later, you need 40 credits (10 years of work) to qualify for retirement benefits.

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What’s The Best Treatment For Sleep Apnea? … Oral Appliance vs. CPAP

Issue 15.13

What is the best sleep apnea treatment? It is not CPAP according to a recent study that showed 60% of patients abandon CPAP use. At least it is not the best treatment for the 60% of patients who abandoned it. This does not mean CPAP is not the most effective treatment, what it […]

A Funeral Home For A Changed Economy

Issue 14.13

Times have changed. Many people are looking to save money in today’s harsh economy, but do you have to compromise value and service to receive a lower price? Absolutely not. In response to this demand, SereniCare Funeral Home is proud to announce its new funeral package pricing. We provide straightforward, affordable prices with […]

Geek Speak… All-In-One Computers

Issue 14.13

We mentioned this type of computer in a recent article comparing the features and advantages of laptops, desktops and all-in-ones. I wanted to visit a little bit about why I think this will be the choice of many people in the near future. There are some drawbacks to these types of computer, but […]

Genealogy Corner… National Genealogical Conference In Las Vegas

Issue 14.13

The National Genealogical Society’s thirty-fifth annual Family History Conference, Building New Bridges, which will be held 8–11 May 2013 at the Las Vegas Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada. NGS chose Las Vegas because it embodies the West, where different cultures, nations, and technologies connect. In addition to attending the NGS 2013 Family […]

Looking Back… What’s Important?

Issue 14.13

Ask any teenager what is important to them. They will probably answer: popularity, friends, and Facebook in that order. In the paper recently I read where a father paid his teenage daughter $250 to stop using Facebook for the summer. Interesting that we’ve sunk to using BRIBERY to motivate our children’s behavior. Although, […]

Our Doctors Of Audiology Are Seeking Participants To Try An Innovative Device For Hearing & Tinnitus

Issue 14.13

Hearing and Balance Doctors of Utah are reaching out to help those who struggle with TINNITUS (ringing or buzzing in the ears). We are currently seeking qualified candidates to test-drive the latest most effective, revolutionary technology for Tinnitus – Alera.

“One of the most successful tinnitus treatment options utilized in our clinics […]

Personal Stories Of WWII… Our Crew

Issue 14.13

I have gained information from Eighth Air Force flyers that have been shot down over Germany and how they fared. Without exception, my combat crew members and I were fortunate because we completed our assigned thirty-five missions without being shot down over Germany. For sure we have had some close calls.

At the […]

The Social Security Column… Women And Social Security

Issue 14.13

The Social Security program treats all workers — men and women — exactly the same in terms of the benefits they can receive. But women may want to familiarize themselves with what the program means to them in their particular circumstances. Understanding the benefits may mean the difference between living more comfortably versus […]