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The human Microbiome, genetic material of all the microbes that live on and inside the human body.

When It Comes to Your Microbiome, More Germs Are Better

Yes, you can be too clean for your own good

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Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet for National Prescription Drug Takeback Day

Saturday, April 30 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day — when you can safely dispose of old or unused medications

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Health Insurance Coverage for Kids Through Medicaid and CHIP Helps Their Moms Too

Family stability can benefit a whole household

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Getting Caught Up on Back-to-School Vaccines

Many kids have missed immunizations during the pandemic, but it's important — and easy! — to get them caught up

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Tips for a Safe and Healthy Return to School

As we head into another school year shaped by the pandemic, there are steps you can take to ensure your kids are physically and mentally prepared

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5 Tips From a Play Therapist to Help Kids Express Themselves and Unwind

For children feeling the stress of the pandemic, remote learning, isolation and a return to school, play can help them cope

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Family Meals Are Good for the Grown-Ups, Too, Not Just the Kids

Eating alone is associated with an increased likelihood of skipping meals, lower intakes of nutrients, reduced energy and poorer nutritional health

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Responsible Medicine Cabinet Cleanup

Saturday, April 24 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day — when you can safely dispose of old or unused medications

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Here’s How to Help Your Kids Break out of Their Pandemic Bubble and Transition Back to Being With Others

Whether just comfortable at home or nervous about leaving, kids may need extra support to get back out there.

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To Help Insects, Make Them Welcome in Your Garden – Here’s How

If you're a gardener looking for a new challenge this year, consider revamping all or part of your yard to support beneficial insects

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Vaccinated and Ready to Party? Not so Fast, Says the CDC, but You Can Gather With Other Vaccinated People

Vaccinated and Ready to Party? Not so Fast, Says the CDC, but You Can Gather With Other Vaccinated People

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announces that fully vaccinated people can gather in small groups with other fully vaccinated people.

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Why Do Smoke Alarms Keep Going off Even When There’s No Smoke?

Why Do Smoke Alarms Keep Going off Even When There’s No Smoke?

Surprise! Dead batteries aren't the only reason your smoke alarm is going off when there's no fire.

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