Non-smoking hotel rooms expose guests to health dangers 
Non-smoking hotel rooms expose guests to health dangers
A study reveals that smoke-free hotels provide better protection from thirdhand smoke exposure than partial ban hotels.
Can living near a major road be bad for your kidneys? 
Can living near a major road be bad for your kidneys?
Research shows you could be damaging your kidneys by living close to a busy street. Here’s what you should know.
5 tips to help your kids grow up healthy  Featured
5 tips to help your kids grow up healthy
Studies show that the key long-term wellness is starting healthy habits early. Here are five practical tips for getting your kids on a healthy track—and keeping them there.
Tragedy spotlights the importance of organ donation 
Tragedy spotlights the importance of organ donation
The untimely death of a 28-year-old school teacher during last week’s Cubs game, raises awareness about the gift of life.
Can your child ‘grow out’ of autism? 
Can your child ‘grow out’ of autism?
A recent study says therapy and other techniques could help kids with autism advance at a faster rate.
Burn dangerous belly fat with a one-two punch  Featured
Burn dangerous belly fat with a one-two punch
A fitness expert weighs in on how you can best shed extra pounds around your midsection.
Plan today for a better tomorrow 
Plan today for a better tomorrow
It’s a tough subject but health experts say it’s better to discuss end-of-life details sooner than later. Planning ahead can help.