The Importance of Hand Washing

In every public restroom, we see laminated cards bursting with information on washing our hands. We’ve come a long way historically, and we see hand washing as beneficial now instead of weird or unnecessary. But do you know why it’s so beneficial, or how...

Survivors of Suicide and How to Help

When someone commits suicide, at least 6 people feel intimate trauma. Even more people like extended family, peers, fellow students or coworkers, and acquaintances may suffer from the loss of a loved one to suicide. This is all too common in our world, and often comes...

Why You Need a Family Medical History

Family history isn’t just for genealogy! Knowing the details about your family’s health from your great-grandparents to your generation can keep you and your family safe! Why should I know my family’s medical history? Knowing the details of your...

Why do vitamins make you feel sick?

All too often, the pills we take have unwanted side effects. This is normal. But it catches us off-guard when we take multivitamins, expecting them to make you feel better, and we feel nauseous instead. There are plenty of good reasons behind the sick-to-your-stomach...

Safe Toy Guidelines for 2017

Black Friday is coming up! In a couple of days, every parent is going to go looking for presents, if they haven’t already. Keep your kids safe this year–no matter what’s on their wishlist–with these guidelines in mind! Safe Toy Guidelines Give...