Did you know foodborne illnesses increase during the summer? It's the peak of grilling season in the U.S. You might be hitting backyard pool parties around Phoenix, or you might be visiting family out-of-state. Either way, outdoor meals require you to be even more mindful of food safety. Here are some tips to keep in mind: Raw Temperature At the market, pick out meat, chicken [...]
According to the CDC, fewer than 15% of men and 30% of women wear sunscreen on their exposed skin. This is bad news for preventing skin cancer and painful burns. Children are more sensitive to the sun's damaging rays, so it's especially important to practice sun safety. Because children learn by example, and because your health also matters to your children, parents need to wear [...]
Gas prices are relatively low, and many families will be hitting the road instead of booking flights for their summer vacation plans. Whether you're just driving from point A to point B or making a vacation out of the journey itself, keep these safety tips in mind. Driver Distraction Navigating unfamiliar roads has only become easier as GPS apps become more accurate and more widely [...]
Summer creates a break from routine. It's not unusual for kids to sleep in and stay up late compared to the school year. Unless you have to wake your kids up for childcare before you go to work, it might not seem important to keep a regular bedtime. However, for young children and any child experiencing rapid growth, irregular sleep can adversely affect mood and [...]
