Food Allergies and Alternatives

Every year, more than 15 million Americans face food allergies – and when dealing with food allergies, a scratchy throat or an itchy rash could become deadly if left untreated. Remember: an allergen is not the same as an allergy. An allergen causes and allergic reaction; an allergy is the body’s negative response to the […]

Save Smart, Spend Smart

Struggling to pay off your student loans? Wondering how to save effectively? Read on to see how minor adjustments in savings and spending can set you up for a stronger future!

Breaking Down Financial Aid

financial aid loans, scholarships and grants

Learning how to pay for college can be a confusing process, and trying to understand the different forms of financial aid when you’re balancing classes, tests and homework only causes more stress. To help you succeed, here’s a look at the differences between scholarships, grants and loans.

Childhood Vaccine Checklist

Did you know that the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend 13 different vaccines for all kids from birth to 18? What’s more, many of them are spread across multiple doses, over multiple months, or even years. That’s a lot to remember… so we put together this guide to help. The infographic below […]

Your Most Important Sunscreen Questions: Answered

SPF sunscreen bottle

We all know that experts (and moms) agree: When you go out into the sun for extended periods of time, you should wear sunscreen to protect your skin from the sun’s harmful rays. But this simple statement comes with lots of questions, for example, what are the best sunscreens? Should you always wear sunscreen? How […]

All About the Tooth Fairy

Parents, the times have changed – a single quarter under your kid’s pillow just isn’t going to cut it anymore. You need to stay on top of the trends. Otherwise, little Jessie might start thinking the Tooth Fairy is a total cheapskate.

The Benefits of Donating Blood

The holidays, hectic travel schedules, bad weather and sickness all make it difficult to donate blood during the winter. That’s why January is National Blood Donor Month – to encourage giving blood and boost the seasonal short supply. Here are some reasons why you might want to consider donating this month.   Much Blood Is […]

Avoid Holiday ‘Hellth’

Holiday Hellth

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, many of us are ready to celebrate but are also feeling the stress that comes with the season. If you’re feeling it too, you’re not alone. For health care workers, who often have to work on holidays, stress levels can reach a tipping point. What’s contributing to this feeling […]