Arthritis has become common among all age groups and demographics. Since most forms of arthritis run in families, there is not much that anyone can do to dodge the problem completely. However, there are a variety of measures that one can take to make their lives considerably easier, even after having arthritis. Moving away, for starters, is one inevitable solution. The American College of Rheumatology(ACR) has published a report containing 50 cities graded on the basis of how liveable they are for patients suffering from arthritis and other rheumatic disabilities. This report was prepared to keep in consideration three important factors with respect to arthritis; availability of medical care, its affordability and the level of activity possible in the condition. Let’s look at a few states that have made their way to the top of the list of worst states to live in for arthritis patients. 1. Tennessee  Nearly 1.5 million adults in the state have been diagnosed with some form of arthritis, pushing the average prevalence to 36.6% almost a decade back. Despite numerous efforts trying to mitigate them, the severity and number have only grown. For example, The University of Tennessee, in partnership with the Tennessee chapter of Arthritic Foundation and the Department of Health has begun the Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program, “community-based, non-clinical recreational exercise program” to open up to patients diagnosed with arthritis.

Work from home is here to stay. Many companies are thinking about making these permanent options for particular roles. They would be required to work once a week or twice a month based on their role. Professional laptops at work will have features that are not traditionally available on personal laptops. They would need strong security features, larger screens to aid in quick and comfortable viewing, and adequate storage and space so that they can still work on par with those at the workplace. Here are some laptops that are ideal if you have to work from home. 1. Apple MacBook Pro 16 Apple MacBook Pro 16 comes with a splendid 16-inch display that gives you a wide view. It also gives the laptop a crisp and intense image quality, making it an easy choice for professional work. The Intel Core i7 fitted in the MacBook Pro is a highly competitive processor in speed and user surface. Professionals need large storage space, which is solved by the 512GB SSD internal storage and 16GB DDR4 RAM. The sleek and robust exterior, coupled with the new Touch bar facility, seals the deal. 2. DELL XPS 15 9570 The 15.6-inch display and infinity edge touch screen provide a rich viewing and handling angle.

A warm bath after an exhausting day is extremely relaxing, and if you feel it is worth it, you must buy a hot tub. Once the decision is made and you have allotted the space in your home, then you must consider the types of hot tubs (based on your budget), available in the market to choose from. Let us look at the best types of hot tubs available. 1. Portable hot tubs If you are looking for more options in size, color, and configuration, a portable hot tub is the best choice for you. There are various options in terms of cost when you are looking for a portable hot tub. These types of hot tubs are highly durable and are developed as an alternative to the wooden ones. 2. In-ground hot tubs These best types of hot tubs are built next to or as an external part of a swimming pool. These units are generally custom-made and require a construction permit. It is better to hire a qualified professional for the project. They are more expensive as the cost of constructing it is more than that of store-bought hot tubs. Take an estimate of the expenses before you start work on the project.

Did you know memory foam was developed for NASA to provide additional safety for aircraft? If you press it with your hand, the foam retains the imprint, stays for some time before it bounces back. Memory foam was first used in mattresses in the early 1990s and has been a roaring success ever since. Memory foam is soft and absorbs energy. Most traditional mattresses sink around the abdomen over time, causing discomfort and back pain. Its ability to bounce back once you wake up prevents sinking, and it stays comfortable forever. A memory foam mattress provides the perfect contouring to your body as you sleep. Your movements in the night will not disturb the person next to you when you toss and turn. With its popularity soaring, brands are offering many variants of memory foam mattresses. Here are a few top memory foam options that you can consider if you think of buying one: 1. GravityLux Mattress The mattress is available in three varieties: soft, medium, and firm. It is completely made of memory foam. The outer cover of the mattress is derived from Tencel, a fabric derived from eucalyptus. It contains three layers of foam – memory foam, gel-induced foam, and zoned progression foam.

Nothing can beat a perfect cooler on a hot summer day. The ultimate coolers are not just cool drinks but a delicious cocktail. Cool cocktails are not complicated to make and can be easily made by you at home. To help you, here are three simple and popular cocktails that you can make for yourself or your friends on a hot summer day. 1. Bourbon Rickey Joe Rickey, a Democratic lobbyist, living in Washington D.C., asked Shoemaker’s bartender, George A. Williamson, to create a Bourbon Rickey in the late 1880s. After a decade, this cocktail became very popular but with gin instead of the original bourbon. The Rickey cocktail falls under the highball category of cocktails as it is made using soda, lime, liquor, and ice. This recipe appeared in the Daly’s Bartender’ s Encyclopedia as early as 1903. This cocktail has also been mentioned in Scott Fitzgerald’s 1925 classic The Great Gatsby.  You require the following ingredients to make this cocktail. Bourbon – 11/2 ounces Lime – 1/2 Sparkling water – to top Ice cubes – as necessary Fill a highball glass with ice cubes and squeeze half a lime in the glass and drop it in. Add the bourbon slowly on the ice and fill the glass with sparkling water.

With technology growing beyond imagination, high-quality phones are being made at an affordable price range. Every smartphone brand has started releasing budget phones because their demand is skyrocketing. With so many options, choosing the right one can be a task. To help you, here are three affordable and most popular smartphones this year. 1. iPhone SE Apple’s iPhone SE has been a major hit of 2021. This is the best phone for you if you want to enter the Apple ecosystem. It has a compact design with an LCD screen. In terms of speed and performance, the SE does well without any glitches and works smoothly. It has a single 12MP rear camera, one of the best in this price category. It helps you capture good photos even in night mode, delivering steady and effortless shots. Apple has greatly improved its battery performance in the iPhone SE. If you are shifting from flagship iPhones to this model, you might not be very excited. However, for this price variant, the SE delivers smooth, robust, and cutting-edge performance. 2. Google Pixel 4a Google released its budget phone Google Pixel 4a. It has a sleek display and comes with a matte finish on the rear, adding to its aesthetics.