On a night filled with ghosts, goblins and spooky stories, Halloween is undoubtedly one of the most spine-chilling nights of the year, especially for parents. Filled with nostalgic memories of their own trick-or-treating adventures, parents look forward to creating new memories with their …

The automotive marketplace is booming with new safety gadgets. There are lots of choices, some of which make driving more fun and other features that make driving a bit safer. To that end, here are a few …

There seems to be so much “noise” around kids these days — those external factors that seem to directly work against your goals and decisions. Navigating around these obstacles can be tricky, but as parents, it’s our jobs …

After 37 reported incidents and 23 serious burn injuries, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the voluntary recall by Napa Home and Garden, Inc. of nearly a half-million bottles of pourable gel fuel used in Napa FireLites.
The burn …

Have you taken a good look at the revised child safety seat recommendations? The new guidelines, released by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), were created through a better understanding of what keeps children …

According to a recent report by the Governor’s Highway Safety Association (GHSA), there is no evidence that banning cellphone use while driving is effective. The report also states that hands-free phones are no less dangerous than handheld phones.
Despite this conclusion, the GHSA recommends that all …

Swimsuit season may be over, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to give up on getting healthy and maintaining a stable weight. If you’re thinking about starting a new exercise program — or just starting up, period — …

After the spate of Toyota recalls for product safety defects, Congress requested that the Government Accounting Office (GAO) perform an analysis of the effectiveness of vehicle defect recalls. In June 2011, the GAO issued its report, which details key findings …

Did you know that from 2003-2006, U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated 3,570 structure fires each year in dormitories, fraternities and sororities, resulting in seven deaths and 54 fire injuries?
By now, college is back in full swing. For many, …

You know what a roundabout is, right? It’s a circular intersection that’s been touted by transportation officials as a proven safety solution that reduces the severity of crashes.
They slow traffic down, so that makes sense.
Officials also say they reduce the number …

Fall can be the time for late-season family vacations and weekend car trips to beaches, rivers, lakes, mountains or recreational facilities. Before hitting the highways, take the following safety precautions recommended by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA): 

There are times when financial stress can be just as detrimental to an accident victim’s health as the physical injuries they suffer. Especially in today’s economic climate, such mental anguish can lead to financial depression and desperation, leading some to make ill-advised decisions in hopes fixing their money woes.
To that end, accident victims, often left to …

The Federal Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued a warning regarding serious complications associated with transvaginal placement of surgical mesh for pelvic organ prolapse. Here’s what you need to know: 

Nerd. Fat. Weird. Loser. Dork. Ugly. Freak. … The list goes on and on. These are derogatory labels teens regularly use to belittle and intimidate others. This is bullying. Bullying is nothing new. However, in recent years, it’s taken …

For many, fall is synonymous with football. Any level of football, really. Whether it’s your local high school team, the college game or the NFL, the players come into the fall ready, having sweated it out over the summer, preparing for …

Depression is among the most common problems seen in primary-care medicine.
According to the American College of Obstericians and Gynecologists (ACOG), reproductive-age women have the highest prevalence of major depressive disorders; approximately 1 in 10 women will have major or minor …

New and expectant parents take note: powdered infant formula is safe.
However, it is not sterile and, therefore, has a minute chance of bacteria growth in the powder. So what, as parents, can we do to protect our infant children? Some mothers are not able to breastfeed and …

They’re everywhere — in the grocery store, at the park, outside your home. They are strangers.
Most children generally know not to “talk to strangers;” however, there are a few more rules to know to help keep them stay safe and …

In recent years, bounce houses — those giant inflatable enclosures — and inflatable slides have grown leaps and bounds in popularity. And because of the amount of padding these huge toys provide, parents have expressed …

Did you know that at least one-third of commercial truck drivers suffer from at least a mild case of sleep apnea? That’s according to a number of studies, including one by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
But, before we …

Did you know that in one, 24-hour period, the National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV) domestic violence victim advocates reported nearly 71,000 requests for assistance for adults and children who were victims of abuse. Those numbers are directly from a one-day NNEDV …

I couldn’t feel my hands anymore and using them was impossible. The shivering was uncontrol lable and violent. “That’s a good sign,” I thought. I remembered from my studies of hypothermia that shivering stops be fore you lose consciousness. “If I’m still shivering …

No longer is bullying is confined to the schoolyard. An intellectual bullying has been going on in this country for years and the number of victims reaches to the hundreds of thousands.
Who are the culprits? Big Pharma and its close …

Millions of Americans suffer from back pain at some point in their lives. That stat’s not surprising, considering almost everything we do requires us to use your backs.
According to Discovery Health, approximately 60-90 percent of all Americans will experience at least one …

Cerebral palsy is defined by the national Center for Biotechnology Information as a “condition, sometimes thought of as a group of disorders, that can involve brain and nervous system functions such as movement, learning, hearing, seeing and thinking.” Symptoms range from simple …

Did you know that more than 700 species of plants cause toxic reactions in humans? While many plants are not fatal, you don’t want to take that risk. It takes only seconds for a small child to take a bite …

Called by one reviewer as the “World’s Smallest Gym,” toner shoes are now the fastest-growing segment in the footwear industry. Shoe companies claim the shoes’ design tone legs and boost the benefits of walking. 

Ask a young adult what the greatest killer of their generation is and, I promise, you will be bombarded with many answers to the question. However, while most of the answers make good common sense, the correct answer is often overlooked. The …

Before you hit the road, make sure you have an emergency kit in your vehicle. Although not necessarily practical for every trip, every time, every destination, the ideal kit would contain these items: 

You never forget a fire when it happens in your own home. Our family’s fire was caused by a malfunctioning electric baseboard heater. The fire gutted the interior of the house, leaving us with only our memories of what was …

A recent report in the journal Pediatrics found that some 26 children suffer from crib-related injuries every day. Not every week, but every day. Heed these crib safety tips to protect little ones from danger: 

If you’ve ever flown, you know the drill: take your shoes off; put your laptop in the bin. And while passen gers understand this is ultimately for everyone’s protection, what they don’t agree with are some of the other, more deceiving …

It’s no secret that today’s kids weigh more than in previous generations. Just ask the Centers for disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
According to its data, approximately 17 percent of children ages 2-19 are obese. In fact, since 1980, obesity …

There are many cyclists on the roads these days who lack basic safety equipment. If you or a family member bikes to work, rides with a group or pedals for pleasure, consider a cycling gift that may protect …

The holidays will soon start approaching. As will the holiday meals … and the calories that come along with them. With boatloads of foods, such as breads, starchy vegetables and more, it’s easy to head toward carbohydrate overload and straight off your …

For many parents, the primary concerns for their teenagers are underage drinking and alcohol or drug abuse. While alcohol and drug abuse continue to be a problem, parents should also be aware of a new, readily available — and surprisingly legal …