Exercise during pregnancy can reduce baby’s risk of obesity

Exercise during pregnancy can reduce baby’s risk of obesity

Being physically active during pregnancy can have health benefits for women that go beyond shedding some extra baby weight, according to Reuters.

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Do you know what your COBRA health insurance policy covers?

Do you know what your COBRA health insurance policy covers?

In addition to being a shortened Portuguese term for a venomous, hooded snake, COBRA is an acronym with which Americans are becoming increasingly familiar.

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Options for health insurance coverage after a job loss

Options for health insurance coverage after a job loss

Losing one’s job can be a cataclysmic event for so many reasons. A primary source of stress comes from trepidation about where to find affordable health insurance coverage for yourself and your family.

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Winter weather home safety tips

Winter weather home safety tips

The winter season brings a festive feeling to the air, but it is a time of year when temperatures and storms become more intense and dangerous for certain regions of the country. The Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management, Oklahoma Department of Transportation, and the National Weather Service has provided a report full of tips that will keep the home safe during the next few months.

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Average home insurance premium rates fall

Average home insurance premium rates fall

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners has released its report on home insurance rates. Overall, the average premium nationwide was $788 in 2008. The figure marks a decline from the $816 paid in 2007.

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Helpful fire safety tips for the holidays

Helpful fire safety tips for the holidays

The United State Fire Administration provided fire safety tips for the home during the holidays, which if followed, will ensure a healthy and happy time for all involved.

The USFA says heating fires account for 36 percent of residential home fires in rural areas each year, and the reason for this is creosote buildup in chimneys and stovepipes. Furthermore, the USFA encourages all home heating systems be maintained regularly in order to function safely and efficiently.

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Plan ahead for winter driving safety

Plan ahead for winter driving safety

Preparation is key when it comes to getting ready for winter driving. From slick road conditions to frigid temperatures, it’s important for motorists to take the necessary precautions.

An auto insurer in Michigan knows driving conditions will change shortly in the state and is advising motorists to be mindful of their driving habits. A motor vehicle accident is one way policyholders will see an increase in their premiums.

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Importance of proper space heater maintenance during winter

Importance of proper space heater maintenance during winter

Space heaters can be a convenient way for people to warm up a small space, especially as the colder months arrive. It’s important that the devices are used with caution to ensure a blaze doesn’t occur.

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Reduce insurance coverage with caution

Reduce insurance coverage with caution

Reducing coverage on auto insurance or other forms of financial protection may be one route consumers take to save money.

Given that unemployment is high, many Americans are trying to reduce their monthly bills. And while there are ways to obtain auto insurance coverage for lower rates, the Insurance Information Institute says consumers should be careful about lowering coverage.

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