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Do I need a COVID-19 booster shot? 6 questions answered on how to stay protected

The increasing prevalence of new coronavirus variants is raising questions about how well protected those who’ve already

45 Best Healthy Rhubarb Recipes for Every Occasion

Rhubarb stalks are tart and crunchy, giving this fruit-like vegetable a versatile appeal. Most commonly eaten in sweet d

How to Make S’mores Pie Pops

During the summer, nothing beats homemade smores by the campfire. The combination of graham crackers, chocolate and mars

Coronavirus is spreading through rural South’s high-risk population – reopening economies will make it worse

In the rural South, the COVID-19 pandemic is becoming a silent disaster.As rural residents commute to jobs in cities and

5 Flavored Simple Syrup Recipes

Simple syrup, also known as sugar syrup, is super easy to make at home. As a liquid sweetener, its perfect for cocktails

10 Hacks to Give an Old Sofa New Life

Your sofa is usually the biggest and most expensive piece of furniture in your living room, so when it begins to show it

Food Labels 101

"Once you know how to read it, food labels can navigate you to a healthier lifestyle. See more food pyramid pictures.C.

The Importance of Senior Fitness

The Importance of Senior Fitness- According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), exercise and physical activity are some of the best things older adults can do to stay healthy. Even moderate ex

How to Save Money on Homeowners Insurance

"Homeowners insurance is a necessary part of being a homeowner, but there are lots of ways to ensure you have the best c

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Head and Tail Light Tetra

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Is filtered water safer than tap water?

"Tap water's bad press is mostly about three issues: the way it looks, the way it tastes and what's in it.Photo courtesy

Diamond Tetra

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Make the Most of Summer College Visits

Make the Most of Summer College VisitsFor students entering their senior year of high school or current college students considering a transfer, there’s no better way to determine whether a college or

How to Help Your Family Budget

How to Help Your Family BudgetManaging all of life’s demands on limited funds can feel like a never-ending chore. Every family’s budget is unique, so there’s no one-size-fits-all solution to saving mo

Financial Tips for Parents to Teach Their Children

Financial Tips for Parents to Teach Their ChildrenChildren often dream of the day they can call themselves grown-ups, but few look forward to – let alone think about – the financial realities of indep

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How Parents Can Help Children Build Social Skills

How Parents Can Help Children Build Social SkillsWhile adults may joke about needing to relearn how to be around others in a post-pandemic world, children can also benefit from a refresh of certain so

Glow Up Challenge: 10 Ways to Transform Yourself in 30 Days

It’s hard to put yourself first, especially if you’re juggling a busy work schedule, social plans, kids and relationship

Pollen can raise your risk of COVID-19 – and the season is getting longer thanks to climate change

Exposure to pollen can make you more susceptible to COVID-19, and it isn’t just a problem for people with allergies, new

How to make Caipirinha (Traditional Brazilian drink)

A Caipirinha is Brazils national cocktail. Its made with fresh limes and a bit of sugar, but what makes this drink reall

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How to Make Frito Pie

Frito pie is a classic in the Midwestern and Southern United States. Its also the epitome of comfort food, thanks to the

How to Eat Steak on a Budget

"Grilling Steak: A Step-by-Step Image Gallery Sure, she looks friendly enough. But she works at a restaurant, so tread v

5 Flavored Simple Syrup Recipes

Simple syrup, also known as sugar syrup, is super easy to make at home. As a liquid sweetener, its perfect for cocktails

Bloody Mary Oyster Shooters Recipe

These Bloody Mary Oyster Shooters serve as both a drink and as an hors doeuvre, though theyre technically more of a beve

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Chicken Enchilada Soup Recipe

A family meal does not get easier or more crowd-pleasing than this. Its simple to throw together, it cooks on its own an

How to Easily Clean Bed Pillows

Bed pillows absorb sweat and oils from your body and they are home to dust mites. You should clean your pillows at least

5 Sales on Fall Decor You Don’t Want to Miss

Its time to break out the ceramic pumpkins and buffalo check throw pillows because fall decorating is officially und

It’s Date Night—Here Are 12 Free Ideas That Are Both Romantic and Fun

Some of the best dates with my husband have been at little to no cost: when we walked around a flea market, sat on a ten

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Reclaim Your Health: Take charge of risk factors affecting your heart health

Reclaim Your Health: Take charge of risk factors affecting your heart healthTake charge of risk factors affecting your heart healthCholesterol – a waxy substance created by the liver or consumed from

Caring for Your Nutrition When Caregiving

Caring for Your Nutrition When CaregivingFamily caregivers of people with illnesses, injuries or disabilities sometimes spend more time thinking about those they care for than themselves. It’s importa

Holiday Tips for People Living with OAB

Holiday Tips for People Living with OABHow to manage an overactive bladder around travel, socializing and entertainingYou’re sharing a great conversation with friends at a holiday party when it hits y

Learn the Ins and Outs of Sports Betting

Learn the Ins and Outs of Sports BettingIf you’re intrigued by the idea of earning a little extra cash while rooting for your favorite teams, sports betting may be right up your alley. However, bettin

Building an Emergency Kit with Disability in Mind

Building an Emergency Kit with Disability in MindCreating a supply kit is part of being prepared for emergencies and disasters. Kits should include basic survival items but also things specific to you

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During a COVID-19 surge, ‘crisis standards of care’ involve excruciating choices and impossible ethical decisions for hospital staff

The Conversation is running a series of dispatches from clinicians and researchers operating on the front lines of the c

How to Clean Oven Racks with No Chemicals

You have grimy oven racks. I have grimy oven racks. We ALL have grimy oven racks. No news there. BUT, did you know that

Gotcha! 11 Fun and Easy April Fool’s Day Pranks for Kids

While Im not a fan of practical jokes, there are tons of easy April Fools Day pranks for kids that help make the day fun

Heartburn and Indigestion: 6 Natural Acid Reflux Remedies That Work

If you’ve ever experienced acid reflux, you know it’s less than pleasant. It stings, it burns and it’s one of the most u

8 Easy-to-Learn Popular TikTok Dances for Beginners

TikTok dances are all the rage right now, and while I was determined not to get pulled into the trend given that I cant

How to Future-proof Your Child’s Credit From Fraud

"Freezing your child's credit early on is one way to help prevent fraud, and a lot of headaches down the road. Douglas S

5 Easy Family Style Chinese Meals

"These recipes are too easy not to at least try!iStockphoto/ThinkstockWe're all guilty of it. It's late in the day, you