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Move all summer long: 5 activities to keep children active
Brighten your Mother’s Day brunch with a burst of citrus
Fuel up for summer fun

Summer sun brings an abundance of outdoor activities from jumping in the pool and playing in the yard to simply lounging in the shade.

6 Steps to get better sleep and improve heart health

There's more to maintaining a healthy heart than just eating right and exercising regularly. While these practices play an important role in both cardiovascular and overall health and well-being, getting a good night's sleep is also key.

Sustainability in schools

As the center of many communities, schools can play an important role in promoting sustainable behaviors.

Make the most of snacking for healthy kids

Kids, no matter their age, love snacks, and often come home from school hungry and looking for something to eat. However, it can be a struggle to find snacks that kids enjoy and parents approve.

Solo travel tips

Whether you're a lone wolf at heart or looking to broaden your sense of independence, traveling solo can be a richly empowering and satisfying experience.

Managing birth defects for a lifetime

An estimated 1 in 33 babies is born with a birth defect, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While some require minimal intervention after birth, many birth defects affect the individual, parents and families across a lifetime.

Prioritize heart health with a balanced eating plan

No matter your motivations, it's never too late or too early to start focusing on your heart health, and taking steps now can make a big difference.

Resources for selecting a health care provider

Getting health care for yourself or a loved one is a big responsibility, especially if you are starting with Medicare, need services like nursing home care, have to find a new doctor, or get home health care.