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Type of ultraviolet light most effective at killing coronavirus is also the safest to use around people

Scientists have long known that ultraviolet light can kill pathogens on surfaces and in air and water. UV robots are use

10 Simple DIY Ways to Eliminate Odor in Your Home

1 of 11 Its an unfortunate truth that despite your best efforts, there isnt a room in your

Knowledge is Power

Knowledge is PowerUnderstanding the rights of nursing home residentsAn estimated 1.4 million older adults and people with disabilities live in nursing homes, according to the Centers for Disease Contr

Navigating a Dynamic Work Environment with Children

Navigating a Dynamic Work Environment with ChildrenBefore the pandemic, the choice for most families looking for child care was relatively simple: they either found a center close to work or close to

Make Ahead Foil Pack Chicken Asparagus Dinners

Im about to change your life with these foil packet dinners! Were too busy most days for full-blown meals, but this chan

10 Brilliant Cleaning Hacks for Wood Floors

They sure look sturdy and durable. Yet when it comes to cleaning, hardwood floors are one of the most delicate surfaces

10 Easy Low-sodium Recipes for Dinner

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A mix-and-match approach to COVID-19 vaccines could provide logistical and immunological benefits

While it’s now pretty easy to get a COVID-19 shot in most places in the U.S., the vaccine rollout in other parts of the

Why Your Baby Could Be Giving You Mommy Thumb

"De Quervain's tenosynovitis, aka mommy thumb, is painful and common among new parents, mostly moms. Jose Luis Pelaez In

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Red-Eye Tetra

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Resources for Addressing Mental Health Challenges at Work

Resources for Addressing Mental Health Challenges at WorkEvery year, about 1 in 5 adults in the United States experiences a mental illness and 1 in 25 lives with a serious mental illness that substant

Protecting Small Businesses from Cyberattacks This Holiday Season

Protecting Small Businesses from Cyberattacks This Holiday SeasonThere’s no shortage of concerns that keep small business owners up at night and the holiday season doesn’t offer any reprieve between s

Sneaking Nutrition into Your Family’s Diet

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Uses for Vinegar: Pet and Animal Care

"original imageiStockphoto/ThinkstockVinegar comes in handy for a lot of tasks, but did you know you can use it to help

Why Are Deeply Colored Vegetables Good for You?

"Deeply-colored vegetables are rich in nutrients.Image SourceA. A study by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) fou

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US support for waiving COVID-19 vaccine patent rights puts pressure on drugmakers – but what would a waiver actually look like?

The U.S. and Europe are debating waiving patent rights for COVID-19 vaccines, a move that could allow more companies to

Stressful times are an opportunity to teach children resilience

To protect students and communities across the U.S. from COVID-19, many districts have switched to digital learning or a

Why Do Scent Hounds Have Long Floppy Ears?

"Scent dogs like bloodhounds have super long ears that act as catcher’s mitts, scooping up invisible scent particles on

15 Salt Hacks You Need to Try ASAP

Salt is pretty much the go-to seasoning for nearly every Western household everywhere. But as ubiquitous as this mouthwa

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Pizza Dough Garlic Knots Recipe

These pizza dough garlic knots are surprisingly easy to make at home. Serve them with baked ziti, eggplant Parmesan or o

How to (Quickly) Chill a Cocktail Glass

Weve all been there. Youve got the perfect drink recipe, and a few willing and thirsty cocktail drinkers waiting for a s

Tuna Melt Stuffed Peppers Recipe

For a tasty twist on the classic tuna melt sandwich, try these stuffed peppers. The filling is made with canned tuna, ve

10 Cocktails That’ll Shake Up Any Dinner Party

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How to Finish Off a Pergo Floor in Doorways

Things You'll Need Transition strip and trackWood screws or construction adhesiveStraightedgeTape measureCircular saw

Homemade with Love: 22 Teacher Appreciation Gifts Kids Can Make

If youre looking for meaningful ways to show your childs teacher and the staff at his or her school how much you appreci

Why Is It So Hard to Give a Great Gift?

"The worst gift Sue — one of several respondents to an informal Facebook survey I conducted on terrible gifts — ever rec

Proats 101: 25 Protein Overnight Oatmeal Recipes for Weight Loss

If you’re looking for a nutritious, filling and tasty breakfast, allow us to introduce you to proats. Protein overnight

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Tips to Get the Whole Family Moving at Home

Tips to Get the Whole Family Moving at HomeWith many families stuck at home juggling working remotely, homeschooling and trying to keep everyone happy and healthy, it can be easy to let an otherwise a

Ease Into Education

Ease Into EducationIf there’s one constant this year, it’s change. With another school year comes even more change, but you can help your family make a smooth transition with some planning and prepara

Safety Steps for Spooky Fun

Safety Steps for Spooky FunTraditional family activities like trick-or-treating create fun moments and memories, but the effects of COVID-19 on this Halloween will bring about change for the spooky ex

Smart Start: Savvy tips to kick off a new school year

Smart Start: Savvy tips to kick off a new school yearSavvy tips to kick off a new school yearReturning to learning may bring more new experiences this fall than anyone ever imagined. Regardless of the

Create a Family-Friendly ‘Staycation’ : 5 ways to fill your home with happiness

Create a Family-Friendly ‘Staycation’ : 5 ways to fill your home with happiness5 ways to fill your home with happinessWith summer vacations looking a little different this year, infusing new energy in

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I Fell in Love With My Best Friend…and He Didn’t Feel the Same Way

I sat next to my best friend on her queen-sized, bed, surrounded by a mass of pillows doing what best friends do best: h

Take It Inside: How to Keep Your House Cool This Summer

Take It Inside: How to Keep Your House Cool This Summer Image Credit: LEVOLOR Keeping your home cool durin

Wax WHAT Before My Wedding?!

"Are you ready for your pre-wedding waxing?©iStockphoto.com/ThinkstockThe weeks leading up to a bride's big day are bust

Full Body Cardio and Strength: 10 TRX Workouts for Beginners

Are you up for a new type of workout? TRX, also known as Total Body Resistance Exercise is a revolutionary workout metho

Always the Bridesmaid … for Hire?

"Thirty-year-old Jen Glantz turned being a bridesmaid into a full-time business. Jen GlantzIt started with a Craigslist

Winter Damage to an Unheated House

Changes in humidity and temperature create mold and rust. Image Credit: Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images

Homemade Honeydew Sorbet Recipe

This honeydew sorbet is unique in that it not only cools you off from the summer heat, but its also way more healthy tha