High
prices at the gas pump are affecting America’s spending habits
elsewhere. In a new survey, 55% of Americans say they’ve cut back on
buying other products or services because of rising gasoline prices. And
who’s to blame for the price hike? About one-third say it’s the oil
companies, 25% point to unrest in the Middle East, and 17% blame
President Obama. Source Link
For the first time, there’s evidence that poor sleep can raise your risk of disease. Researchers found that subjects who slept less than six hours a day with alternating work shifts had a slower metabolism and a decrease in insulin. Scientists say the chronic sleep deprivation could lead to diabetes and obesity. Source Link
Death and taxes might be inevitable, but there could be another connection between the two. A new study shows a rise in fatal motor vehicle accidents on tax deadline day. Researchers think the stressful deadline may mean more distracted drivers and human error that can lead to more accidents on the roads. Source Link
