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Not so long ago, a friend texted me from a coffee shop. He said, "I can't believe it. I'm the only one here without a […]

Summer is an ideal time to take a hike, especially if you have the opportunity to explore one of our country’s many state and national […]

Animals renowned for their outstanding night vision include owls, cats, tarsiers (a tiny primate in Southeast Asia) — and even the dung beetle. But humans? […]

You’ve probably heard the news: Cicadas are coming. Or — wait — they’re already here. And are they ever! Due to an unusual overlap of […]

It’s undeniable: modern medicine offers ever-expanding ways to heal and prevent disease. But it’s also true that health care can cause harm. One analysis found […]

Do you ever read the notes written by your doctor or health practitioner during a medical visit? If not, you might want to check them […]

Sustainable living treads lightly on natural resources and follows a rethink, reuse, repurpose mantra to minimize waste. Big and small wallet-friendly tips can help you […]

Before going any further, here’s the main thing parents should know about swimming lessons: all children should have them. Every year, over 4,500 people die […]

  More than half of Americans live in states where recreational cannabis is legal. While alcohol remains the most-used drug in the US, daily cannabis […]