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Save 10%-85% on most Prescription Costs With Your FREE University Parent sponsored Rx Well Card!

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You can save 10 to 85% immediately on the cost of most brand-name and generic drugs with this card.

Common Ailments and Illnesses for College Students

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Most people are aware of the infamous "Freshman Ten" truism that most college freshmen gain ten pounds in their first year of college. A steady diet of junk food, late nights of studying or extracurricular activities, and lack of exercise can take their toll on students; as a result, many students experience health problems during their first years in a university setting.

Consider implementing an emergency contact system between you and your student

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While your student is in college, have you considered an emergency plan?

Homesickness: what it is and how to deal with it

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Move-in day and first-week activities are abuzz with excitement, but as students move in and parents head out, homesickness can take root.

College Students and the Importance of Early Bedtimes and Sleep

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Next to new mothers, college students get the least amount of sleep. The National Sleep Foundation offers some healthy sleep tips that college students can follow:

New Web Service From Next Generation Insurance Group Offers College Students Easy Access to Property and Liability Coverage as They Head Back to School

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Next Generation Insurance Group, LLC has launched a new service - CollegeRentersInsurance.com - that provides college students easy access to a reasonably-priced renters insurance product specifically designed to protect their personal property and provide for their personal liability needs.

Are you worried about your student contracting swine flu at college?

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Here are a few ways to help your student protect themself from swine flu.

Parents encouraged to consider their student's health insurance options when preparing for college

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Institution-endorsed student health insurance plans can provide cost-effective access to care in an uncertain economy.

Food Safety Tips for College Students from the USDA

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Wait until after lunch to read these food safety tips from the USDA for college students!

New program offers peace of mind for college parents

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When their children are away at college, parents worry about a lot of things. What if their child falls victim to identity theft? What if their child's car breaks down and there is nobody around to help? Is there any way to make sure that their child has access to medical care 24/7? Thanks to a new product, PrepProtect, parents can sleep better at night. PrepProtect not only provides protection against identity theft, but also provides other benefits and money-saving opportunities for an affordable monthly fee.