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.
Don't let your Christmas tree get so thirsty
December 17, 2018, 2:03 p.m. by Ben Bolton
There's an easy way to avoid this holiday hazard.
Why kids shouldn't play football until they're 18
November 27, 2018, 11:15 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
The doctor who discovered the dangers of concussions says keep kids away from high-impact sports.
California man accepts $78 million award in Roundup lawsuit
November 2, 2018, 2:45 p.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
Groundbreaking case was the first to link the product with terminal cancer.
Are you a 'super recognizer'?
October 10, 2018, 11:07 a.m. by Angela Nelson
Only 2 percent of the population has this uniquely useful ability.
How you open your car door matters to cyclists
October 10, 2018, 9:33 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
A simple change in how we open car doors.
What you need to know about the new child car seat guidelines
August 31, 2018, 10:26 a.m. by Jenn Savedge
AAP clarifies its guidelines to make them easier to follow.
What you need to know about chlorpyrifos
August 10, 2018, 11:51 a.m. by Jenn Savedge
This pesticide used in farming can affect boys' short-term memory.
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10 ways to give without buying stuff
Thoughtful gifts can be experiences, time or even a special treat.
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Carbon footprint reality
If you really want to reduce your footprint, have fewer kids and ditch your car.
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Why you should kick the plastic straw habit
Straws create litter and end up in the marine food chain — but it doesn't have to be that way.
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16 simple ways to reduce plastic waste
These easy things can decrease the amount of plastic trash you make.
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9 skills they don't teach in school (but should)
From CPR to car repair, these building blocks create safe, successful adults.
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