How do trees and green spaces enhance our health?
Trees enhance life in a multitude of ways. They combat climate change by reducing greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. They…
Dengue fever: What to know and do
Mosquitoes are not just a buzzing summertime nuisance; they can carry serious diseases like West Nile virus, malaria, and Zika.…
Want to cool down? 14 ideas to try
You’re huffing and puffing and starting to sweat — and that’s just from walking across the parking lot in blistering…
When should your teen or tween start using skin products?
Social media and stores are full of products that promise perfect skin. Increasingly, these products are being marketed not just…
Gratitude enhances health, brings happiness — and may even lengthen lives
Several evenings a week, as Tyler VanderWeele gathers around the dinner table with his wife and two young kids, the…
Want to stop harmful drinking? AA versus SMART Recovery
Ready to address excessive drinking in your life? Many people find peer support helps them take steps toward recovery. Two…
The popularity of e-bikes and e-scooters is soaring, but are they safe?
Ever ridden an e-scooter or e-bike? The convenience, affordability, and flat-out fun of these “micromobility” modes of transportation are undeniable.…
Respiratory health harms often follow flooding: Taking these steps can help
Heavy rains and sea level rise contribute to major flooding events that are one effect of climate change. Surging water…
A fresh look at risks for developing young-onset dementia
Dementia usually develops in people ages 65 years and older. So-called young-onset dementia, occurring in those younger than age 65,…
Protect your skin during heat waves — here’s how
Global average temperatures have soared in 2024, surpassing records set just last year. Extreme heat poses numerous health risks, some…