December is National Safe Toys and Gifts Month
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With the holidays just around the corner, gifts for children we love are top of mind. But many toys available today can be hazardous, especially if used incorrectly. About 200,000…
November is American Diabetes Month
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month and November 14 is World Diabetes Day. Use this time to learn about diabetes, including your risk level, and prevent its development in yourself…
September is Healthy Aging Month
Think it’s too late to “re-invent” yourself? Think again. It’s never too late to find a new career, a new sport, passion, hobby or work on your health issues. September is…
Can Children’s Eyesight Improve?
When your child gets glasses for the first time or if you suspect your child has poor vision, you might wonder if children’s eyesight can improve. A child’s eyesight is constantly changing,…
Mindfulness for Kids
When we teach mindfulness to kids, we equip them with tools to build self-esteem, manage stress, and skillfully approach challenges. Explore our guide on how to introduce mindfulness and meditation…
The Sun, UV Light and Your Eyes
Summertime often means long hours in the sun. Most of us remember to protect our skin by applying sunblock, but don’t forget that your eyes need protection as well. It is…
Adult Stem Cell Success Story – Leukemia
When doctors diagnosed Mary Lou Rusco with leukemia, Steve Rusco did what any other husband would do: he went looking for answers in hopes of saving the life of his…
Supreme Court Allows for Birth Control Exemptions Based on Religious and Moral Objections
The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has the ability to create a religious and moral exemption to the Affordable Care Act’s…
Family Exercise Ideas for Every Season
The key to an active family is finding fun things to do in every season. Aim for a goal of 30 minutes for adults and 60 minutes for kids of…
Skin Cancer: Why Men Should be More Concerned Than Women
In a recent analysis of government survey data, men were more likely than women to report having being sunburned in the previous year.