Listen Up! All You Need to Know About Hearing Loss

earing loss is defined as being partly and/or totally unable to hear sound in one or both ears. According to the National Institutes of Health, National Council on Aging, approximately 12 percent of the U.S. population — or 38 million Americans — have significant hearing loss.There are a number of potential causes attributed to hearing loss, including infections, birth defects, the aging process, injuries to the head or ear, ototoxic reactions to drugs, and exposure to excessive noise.

Celebrate Good Times! A Glimpse into Graduation Party Trends

Celebratory events have sure come a long way from pencil-and-gum party favors. These days, $578 is the average amount spent on graduation parties. 24 % of party planners hire a caterer and 17 % purchase food from a restaurant. 29 % will host their celebration at either a party room, park, rental hall or another unique venue. An estimated 6 million US students are expected to graduate from high school, alone, in 2013.

5 Things You Should Do In NYC This Summer

NYC isn’t just Times Square and Broadway shows. Canon brought amazing 3D art to the streets of New York to show that awesome things are all around you if you just keep your eyes open. The 3D art they created is the inspiration behind this great tour of NYC. You never know what sights you’ll come across!

Cyclist’s Guide to Travel

Traveling by bike is not only possible, but super fun. And, according to this infographic from Cheapflights.co.uk, there are four mandatory rides everybody should try in their life.

The Biggest, Most Disastrous Medical Malpractice Lawsuits

Did you know that many states have a cap for medical malpractice? While some states have a cap for this (Maryland being the highest at $785,000) others rule it is unconstitutional to have such caps. One of the most disastrous medical malpractice payouts was an incident involving ketchup packets. The incident involved a 36 year old man who was on life support from a traumatic brain injury after he passed away the autopsy reported unopened ketchup packets, plastic bags and paper towels were found in his stomach and bowls.

Survival on the High Seas of Content Marketing

The Mojo Media Labs team is dedicated to creating unique and exciting content for their audiences’ enjoyment and education. With the help of their new graphic designer Emily Fred, they have put together this interesting and entertaining infographic on content marketing. Aside from a company culture, a robust creative content strategy is the defining element that will set your business apart online. Mojo wanted to share some insight into what can make or sink a content marketing team’s efforts.

The Wonders Of Green Coffee Bean

Green coffee beans are the raw, unroasted seeds of Coffee fruits. According to new research from WebMD, “Ground green coffee beans, taken daily, seem to spur steady weight loss.” Because of this research and a recent episode of the Dr. Oz show devoted to the topic, green coffee beans are causing quite a buzz in the weight loss industry.

The Debt Deadlock of U.S. Consumers

According to SB Wire, “U.S. citizens have taken up to $11.38 trillion consumer debt [in 2012].” These consumer debts result from outstanding expenditures that exceed consumers’ income. There are two main types of consumer debt that stimulate economic growth: revolving debt (i.e., credit cards), and non-revolving debt (i.e., auto loans or mortgages). Americans owe a combined total of $1.944 trillion in school, auto and furniture loans, alone.

Teaching America: A Glimpse at The Teaching Profession

The average day of a public school teacher doesn’t end when the bell rings and the students are gone. Class preparation, grading, bus duty, club advising, coaching and other non-instructional activities are often left out of the discussion on teacher compensation. The following infographic provides a glimpse at the teaching profession.