What you need to know about chlorpyrifos
October 11, 2019, 3:52 p.m. by Jenn Savedge
This pesticide used in farming is linked to health issues in children.
Why do screams grab our attention?
October 9, 2019, 12:16 p.m. by Angela Nelson
A blood-curdling shriek tells our brains something is wrong — and here's the science behind this evolutionary life-saving behavior.
10 reasons to skip a new tattoo
August 2, 2019, 3:44 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
If you’re thinking about getting some ink, consider these potential health risks before you commit.
Safety standards aren't protecting kids from detergent pods
June 4, 2019, 8:10 a.m. by Robin Shreeves
Despite warnings to keep pods away from children, poison control centers are still besieged with calls.
The surprising signs of drowning
June 3, 2019, 11:24 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
Forget what you thought you knew about drowning; it looks nothing like most of us think. Here’s what to watch out for.
Tornado safety: Before, during and after the storm
May 30, 2019, 11:53 a.m. by Clint Williams
Those in the path of a tornado may have a 15-minute warning, if that. Preparation is critical for survival.
Two-thirds of sunscreens offer inferior protection, says EWG
May 23, 2019, 12:29 p.m. by Robin Shreeves
Newest guide rates the safest sunscreens, calls out bad practices.
When should a person be considered an adult?
March 19, 2019, 10:58 a.m. by Jenn Savedge
Forget 18. Research shows that the human brain does not fully mature until much later.
Could your child survive alone in the woods?
March 5, 2019, 12:08 p.m. by Sami Grover
There's a hierarchy of survival skills that are appropriate for children.
Unpaid FDA inspectors tackle high-risk facilities as shutdown continues
January 15, 2019, 10:39 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
Prolonged shutdown is putting a strain on funds — and unpaid inspectors.
Montreal turns iconic hospital into a shelter for people and their pets
January 14, 2019, 12:16 p.m. by Christian Cotroneo
Most city shelters turn away pet owners — even in winter.
How to fall safely
January 13, 2019, 10:32 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
There really is a right way to do it to minimize the damage.
Is pet insurance worth it?
January 7, 2019, 11:49 a.m. by Morieka Johnson
No one wants to think about their cat in a cast or their dog in stitches, but it always pays to be prepared.
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Why you should mulch leaves, not rake them
Don't just stuff everything into a bag and leave it on the curb. Make use of that fall yard waste.
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When will fall leaves be at their peak near me?
Now you know the best time to be a 'leaf peeper' in any part of the U.S.
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7 amazing soups for soup weather
The chill in the air means soup should be in your bowl.
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5 ways to beat fall allergies
They always seem to pack a wallop. Here's how you can find relief.
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Why does autumn have two names?
Autumn is the only season with two names. How did this happen, and which name should you use?
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5 classic fall recipes
Roasted veggies and soups of all kinds are what we're talking about.
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Thanks to seed savers, Glass Gem corn exists
This stunning, multi-colored corn is real and edible, and its seeds are now in high demand.
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10 best places outside the U.S. for fall color
These places around the world that equal U.S. locales when it comes to colorful scenery.
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