Your kitchen towel could cause food poisoning
June 11, 2018, 1:54 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Using a kitchen towel for many uses can spread E. coli and get your family sick.
Stressed? Try sniffing your partner's T-shirt
January 12, 2018, 12:39 p.m. by Christian Cotroneo
There may be a reason why wearing your partner's shirt helps you sleep.
Forgetful? Your brain may just be out of rhythm
December 22, 2017, 8:23 a.m. by Jenn Savedge
We're not getting old, we've just lost our rhythm.
How to dust like you mean it
November 20, 2017, 8:39 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Don't just move dust around — 7 ways to really whisk it away.
PE teachers are thinking outside the gym
November 19, 2017, 1:06 p.m. by Jenn Savedge
Schools are phasing out dodgeball and other sports in favor of exercises that get kids moving for a lifetime.
Holiday jingles may be hurting our brains
November 9, 2017, 3:15 p.m. by Christian Cotroneo
All mall workers may want for Christmas is a silent night.
Climate change is a 'public health emergency'
November 7, 2017, 7 a.m. by Russell McLendon
As world leaders gather for U.N. climate talks, a new report sheds light on the looming 'global transformation' for human health.
California wildfires creating air pollution crisis
October 12, 2017, 4:36 p.m. by Michael d'Estries
Smoke from the blazes is creating the worst air quality ever recorded in the region.
10 examples of why the Superfund program matters
October 12, 2017, 11:20 a.m. by Bryan Nelson
About 53 million Americans live within 3 miles of a Superfund site, or 16 percent of the U.S. population.
Birds with friendly neighbors age more slowly
October 11, 2017, 8:21 a.m. by Russell McLendon
Getting along with neighbors can yield big health benefits for birds, a new study finds. It's probably good for us, too.
Architects know what aging boomers want, but are they giving them what they need?
October 3, 2017, 12:19 p.m. by Lloyd Alter
Houses keep getting bigger and more complicated with more smart tech.
Why do smelly things bother women more than men?
September 27, 2017, 1:26 p.m. by Christian Cotroneo
A woman's powerful olfactory ability is both a blessing and a curse.
Safe drinking water 101: What to do before, during and after a natural disaster
September 6, 2017, 2:40 p.m. by Angela Nelson
Access to clean, safe drinking water in the event of a hurricane or flood is critical. Here's how to ensure your supply.
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15 houseplants for improving indoor air quality
A study done with NASA's help in the '80s is still useful today.
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Disinfectants: A guide to killing germs the right way
When it comes to disinfectants, there's no magic bullet.
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How often do you really need to shower?
Most people think showering once a day is the norm, but there are plenty of people who don't.
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How to banish pet smells from your house
Part of living with pets is dealing with the smells they emit. Here's how to do it.
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Why is my new piece of furniture emitting a nasty odor?
What you need to know about smelly volatile organic compounds.
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