(NAPSA)-Spring-cleaning helps put homeowners on the fast track to reducing hidden home pest-, safety- and environment-related risks. To access a one-page guide with tips on how to reduce the risk of hidden home threats, visit Orkin's Learning Center at www.orkin.com/learningcenter.
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If you're looking for a job and like the thought of a job that involves travel, think before you leap. That's the advice from the nonprofit National Consumers League, which is warning young people against being lured into the dangerous world of traveling sales crews. NCL offers tips to help anyone interested in a door-to-door sales job at www.ncl net.org.
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Kevin O'Neil, M.D., who is Optimum Life(r) medical director for Brookdale Senior Living, says regular movement is key to health and vitality as we age. He recently created Movement is Medicine, a program to promote wellness in seniors. For more information, visit www.brookdaleliving.com.
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Through its Teaching Kids to CARE Spring Initiative, Doubletree Hotels has teamed with the Arbor Day Foundation to give kids the ultimate opportunity to get up close and personal with the environment by teaching them about trees that live right in their own backyard. To learn more about how you can make a difference in your community, visit the Teaching Kids to CARE Web site at www.doubletree.com/thinktrees.
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Utility knives are more convenient than ever to use with the handy snap-off blade. When the blade dulls, just snap off a segment and the blade edge is ready to go. To learn more, call 800-962-OLFA or visit www.olfa.com.
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The annual process of making local ball fields safe and playable is no easy task-and one that often falls on the shoulders of parents and volunteers. That's why sports field conditioner manufacturer Turface Athletics(tm) has partnered with the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA); PONY(tm) Baseball and Softball; DryJect(r) Aeration; and Momentum Media to launch the Keep America Playing(r) Tour. For more information, visit www.keepamericaplaying.com/ field education.
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Independent insurance agents can compare products and rates from multiple insurance companies and put together a customized car insurance plan for you. For information about saving money on auto insurance and free comparison quotes, visit www.progressiveagent.com.