Lifestyle & Trends - Health & Wellness

Tips for a healthier you at middle age

With the popularity of movies like Sex and the City and the revival of the 50-year-old fashionista, the 42.9 million baby boomer women in America are approaching aging with confidence and style. It is important for women to be direct with their doctors when talking about all health issues, even those that may embarrass them. Read More

How to treat your children's aches, pains and fever

When your child gets sick, you want to do everything you can to make them feel better. Sometimes it's difficult to know exactly what you should do, especially now that some over-the-counter children's analgesic products aren't available. Read More

Pro racer shows people with diabetes that disease doesn't have to slow them down

When Firestone Indy Lights racecar driver Charlie Kimball roars into town for a race, he's out to prove more than his dominance on the racetrack. He's looking to inspire people with diabetes that nothing, not even their disease, has to slow them down. Read More

Have a few accidents on your driving record?

How many car accidents have you been involved in during the past three years? Hopefully none, but if you have a crash or two on your driving record, there's one thing to keep in mind. The amount you pay for auto insurance may be impacted. Read More

Keeping kids safe this summer

For most families, summertime means outdoor fun. From day camp to the swim club to the playground, summer is a time for kids to let loose. But what about kids with chronic diseases that may require extra attention? Can they enjoy the same summer activities as their peers? Read More

Is your teen with diabetes hitting the road? Take these precautions

Any parent who's had a teen leave the house in the car alone for the first time knows that anxious feeling. But for parents of teens with diabetes, there are a few extra things they should make sure their child knows before they are handed the keys for the first time. Read More

Traveling smart with diabetes

Medications are part of a daily routine for people with diabetes. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 87 percent of adults diagnosed with diabetes take either insulin, oral medications or both. For these individuals, traveling requires a bit of extra planning. Read More

Stick to your good habits - even on a road trip

Summer is the time of year when a lot of people take time off from work to go on a road trip. But just because you are varying your routine doesn't mean you should throw all your good habits out the window. You can still eat well, exercise and get plenty of sleep while on the road. The trick is to make the commitment ahead of time and stick with your plan. Read More

A healthy start to the school year: Tips for parents if your child has a chronic condition

From buying new supplies to soothing first-day jitters, parents have a lot to do to get their kids ready for the new school year. And if your child has a chronic disease, the start of school may feel especially stressful. Read More

Answers to five common questions about the water in your home

Do you take clean water for granted? As one of the basic necessities of life, you are constantly consuming water. Whether you are drinking it, cleaning with it or using it in your home appliances, the quality of your water affects your life. Read More