Many questions arise when we consider the options for giving to children. Why should we give? When, what and how should...
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I have had mild tinnitus – ringing in my ears – for years, but when I got COVID-19 in January it got worse. Are there any treatments that can help? Unfortunately, new research indicates that tinnitus, a common hearing problem that affects around 50 million Americans, may be worsened or possibly triggered by COVID-19. Here is what you should know along with some tips and treatments that may help. What is Tinnitus? Tinnitus is the sensation of hearing a ringing, buzzing, roaring, hissing or whistling sound in one or both ears when no external sound is present. The sounds, which can vary in pitch and volume, are usually worse when background noise is low. You may be more...
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On July 15, 2021, the IRS will start making Advance Child Tax Credit (ACTC) payments. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen estimates that about 80% of eligible families will receive the ACTC payments from July through December of this year. She spoke to the House Appropriations Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee on May 27. She recognized that finding the other 20% of eligible persons will be a "whole-of-government" effort. "Non-tax-filers are much more of a challenge," noted Yellen. "What is most important for these nonfilers -- and that includes some of the poorest families with the greatest need -- is they need to learn about this program, they need to apply for it and they...
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