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Being active and involved in care decisions and taking extra precautions to prevent infection when in a hospital can help keep you and your family safe.

Planning ahead and being safety-conscious while in the wild can keep everyone safe and secure. Here are suggestions from the U.S. Forest Service and the American Red Cross.

Even though you know death is a part of life, losing a loved one is one of the most difficult events you can experience. Understanding grief and learning how to cope can help you heal and move forward with your life as you honor the person you miss.

Winter weather presents safety challenges inside and outside the home. Being prepared and following these safety tips can help you stay safe and warm.

For parents of a newborn, first-time parents, or any anxious mom or dad, it may be hard to tell a true health threat that needs a healthcare provider's attention from a frightening, yet simple, illness that doesn't need medical treatment. Most sniffles, sneezes, and stomachaches don't need medical attention. But how do you know when it's time to call the healthcare provider?

Moving your child from the crib to a first bed is a milestone event. But more than the bittersweet emotional concerns, your priorities will be safety and a healthy sleep routine.

Overall, cosmetics and personal care items are considered safe. But that doesn't mean that there aren't risks linked to their use, particularly if you don't use them correctly.

Finding ways to exercise as you get older will help you stay fit and improve your health. Read about some ideas for activities that boost your heart health, help you keep a body weight that's healthy for you, keep your joints flexible, and improve your balance to reduce falls.

Organized sports for children offer obvious benefits, such as physical fitness and sportsmanship, but did you know that a musical education program has many of the same benefits? Music education and participation in sports are both great ways to prepare your child for future success.