The highest earners in the US are much more likely to engage in social distancing, mask wearing, hand-washing and other protective measures against COVID-19, a new study has found.
In a peer-reviewed study published in the Journal of Population Economics , researchers including from the University of Exeter Business School examined survey data from 1,000 US citizens in California, Florida, New York and Texas to measure how socio-economic differences can explain human behaviour during the pandemic.
They found that the top fifth of earners (with an average income of $233,...
Devon County Council is launching a community testing programme to identify asymptomatic carriers of the coronavirus, people who show no symptoms, and is encouraging critical workers and others who are not already receiving regular testing, to start booking their appointments.
The rapid lateral flow tests give results in around 30 minutes.
Around one in three people who have coronavirus do not show symptoms, so these tests are to identify those non-symptomatic carriers of the virus, to require them to self-isolate immediately to prevent them from transmitting it to...
Diabetes UK’s friendly and very active Exeter group are looking to recruit more volunteers to take on two important and currently ‘virtual’ roles.
Full training and support are available for creative and enthusiastic people who would like to get involved either in fundraising, to help raise money for local diabetes research, or in organising peer support for the group.
Both roles are key to supporting people living with diabetes and also offer the volunteer an excellent opportunity to learn new skills.
As a fundraiser, you’ll need to be approachable, proactive,...
Vehicle conversions and workplace outfitting firm bott has chosen to go electric with the order of a new Kia e-Niro electric car.
The firm, which already runs a fleet of plug-in hybrids from another brand, looked at the market and settled on the e-Niro, citing its range, practicality, reliability and seven-year/100,000 mile standard warranty each as principle reasons when making its decision.
The car is used by the company to visit clients and ensure bott’s presence on the road is seen to be more sustainable and environmentally conscious, as the company makes great...
The state of Tennessee conjures images of live country music and blues shows, the Great Smoky Mountains, and of course, Dollywood. That being said, there’s so much else you can see and do in this beautiful state, with its rich history and access to wonderful entertainment. If you’re planning to visit soon, especially once travel restrictions due to the global health crisis lift, then the following are few “must-have” destinations for you to see. While any time is a good time to visit, Tennessee really comes alive in the spring months of March through May, as well as the fall in October...
People who are planning to buy a hair wig are often tackled by the price issues. Generally, people tend to go for a cheap wig if they are trying it out for the first time because they are unsure how it will look with their hair or how they will wear it. The market is flooded with expensive hair wigs, and even an ordinary wig will cost somewhere around 100$. These types of prices confuse people, and the idea of buying a hair wig is often left out. Wigs that are available in one's budget do not seem to be of good quality. People assume that expensive wigs are usually better in quality, more...
Peter Duncan presents Jack and the Beanstalk: The Grand Family Pantomime Online
13 Feb 2021 — 20 Feb 2021
Ticket £25 per household with unlimited access for the week!
Our theatres find themseles in unexpected times with the great festive tradition of the family pantomime cancelled in many towns and cities across the land, but riding to the rescue, to make sure that panto-loving audiences don’t miss out on this special experience is 'Blue Peter' legend Peter Duncan with his biggest and best "Here's One I Made Earlier" challenge!
As people get older, they realize how important it is to stay physically, mentally and socially active. The reality is both body and mind begin to decline and lose their youthful levels of fitness which often leads to the development of severe health conditions. While none of this can be completely avoided, it is crucial that people of any age, especially seniors make efforts to remain active in meaningful ways.
Generally speaking, engaging in physical and mentally challenging activities provides excellent benefits that contribute to senior wellness . Although elderly people...
Every aspect of our home and how we live has an impact on the environment. Most households are guilty of a tremendous amount of waste each year and many of the products that we buy also have a major impact on the environment. Thankfully, there are more and more solutions every day and one of those is the use of latex mattresses and other organic materials that have a much less negative impact upon the environment both in their production and longevity.
Though latex mattresses and the use of other organic materials in households is not a new concept, their popularity has grown in...
Vulnerability can be temporary, sporadic, or permanent – and it isn’t always easy to spot in customers who’ve taken out home services. While some customers are open about their needs, others struggle to explain their requirements, and some don’t ask for help at all – some don’t even know that they qualify and what support is available. It’s easy for these customers to slip through the cracks and go without help, which is why home services providers must work to identify vulnerable customers and provide solutions that fit their needs.
