While teenagers may feel independent, this is a question that needs to be discussed as a family. Signing your driver’s license can open the door to conversation. More »
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Did you know when you pick up a bottle of sunscreen that says it’s “waterproof” that it really isn’t? Will an SPF level under 15 help prevent skin cancer? The FDA is taking steps to ensure consumers have the information they need to know when buying sunscreen. More »
Working behind a desk offers a fairly low risk job, but there are a few “under the radar” risks that pose a threat to your long-term health. If gone unchecked, your everyday desk-job habits have the potential to affect long-term eye, back, wrist and overall body health. More »
Back pain affects your daily standard of living and can lead to a host of other problems. So how can you prevent it? More »
Quickly recognizing the symptoms of a possible heart attack and acting quickly to reach medical care is the key to improving survival. More »
If you or a family member snores, it could be more than just an annoyance. It could be a symptom of a much bigger problem. More »
Nine out of 10 Americans support organ and tissue donation. Fewer have taken the steps that are required to join their states’ organ donation registries. More »






