WELL-BEING More than 37,000 Americans are injured by power lawn mowers each year. Even a minor cut can become a problem if it gets infected. And, it’s possible to get severe injuries and even lose a toe if proper safety steps aren’t followed. Avoid getting hurt with these tips: * Don’t mow when the grass […]
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SELF-CARE CORNER Vaccines are a crucial part of keeping your baby healthy. But, it can be difficult to watch your baby feel the pain of a shot. Don’t put off or skip vaccines that your baby needs. Instead, follow these tips from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): *Bring along a favorite item.Does
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FAMILY LIFE Parents generally teach their children about “stranger danger” from an early age. They are told not to talk to, walk with or take gifts or candy from strangers. But statistics show danger often lurks closer to home. According to the National Association of Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse, the vast majority of
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FAMILY LIFE It’s not always easy, but it’s important to talk to your teenage children about the dangers of underage drinking. It can result in violence, sexual assault, brain development problems and even serious injury or death. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, 35 percent of 15-year-olds have had at least
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FAMILY LIFE Don’t get mad the next time you catch your teenager texting when he promised to be studying. He or she simply may not be able to resist. A University of Iowa study in Psychological Science found teenagers are far more sensitive than adults to the immediate effect or reward of their behaviors. The
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WELL-BEING Whether you’re stuck in your car or at home or elsewhere, know how to extend your cell phone’s battery life, advises the Auto Club Group. In an emergency, do this: * Turn the phone off. Only turn it on when you are expecting or making a call. * If you’re in an area with
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WELL-BEING A fast-moving winter storm could strand you in your car. The cold can lead to hypothermia and frostbite until you’re rescued. A charged cell phone can be your lifeline for first responders, but until help arrives, Amica Insurance with advice from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration offers these tips to help keep you
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FAMILY LIFE Children can be strangled by window cords on blinds and curtains. In fact, such tragedies are among the top hazards in American homes. Infants and children die each year from accidental strangling in the cords. The Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends that only cordless window coverings or those with unreachable cords be used
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SELF-CARE CORNER Podiatrist Dr. Lauren Kishman, Akron General Orthopedics, knows the most common foot complaints and lets you in on some secrets to get your feet summer-ready. Sweaty, smelly feet? Use antiperspirant on your feet. Why? Because you have sweat glands on your feet too. Change out your socks often and try a clear roll-on
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BE FIT When summer arrives, kids often want to spend time in front of the TV or on their computer and digital devices. But, exercise is important year-round. In fact, most kids need at least an hour of vigorous exercise each day. How can you get your kids to exercise during the summer? * Get
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