Lifestyles Issues
How many horses are slaughtered each year? In 2001, more than 55,000 horses were killed in the United States and processed for human consumption. In addition, many thousands of live horses were transported across the border to Canada for slaughter. After these horses are killed, their flesh is shipped to Europe and Asia for human
Expert advice on coping with depression, anxiety this time of year Christmas and other winter holidays are supposed to be a happy time of year, which makes it all the more stressful when they are anything but joyous. This is the time of the year when people are especially vulnerable to depression, Dr. Angelos Halaris,
Each year, more than 34,000 suicides occur in the United States. September 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day. Learn more about preventing suicides in your community. Suicide (i.e., taking one’s own life) is a serious public health problem that affects people of all ages. For Americans, suicide is the eleventh leading cause of death. It
Health Tip: When a Cold Won’t Go Away Coughs and sniffles are common among little ones. But if symptoms persist, especially at the same time each year, the child may actually have an allergy. The American Academy of Pediatrics says warning signs of child allergies include: Persistent cold-like symptoms that last longer than one to
B1 (thiamine) B2 (riboflavin) B3 (niacin) B5 (pantothenic acid) B6 B7 (biotin) B12 Folic acid – Folic acid is a B vitamin. It helps the body make healthy new cells. Everyone needs folic acid. For women who may get pregnant, it is really important. When a woman has enough folic acid in her body before
First Flight On the morning of December 17, 1903, Wilbur and Orville Wright took turns piloting and monitoring their flying machine in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Orville piloted the first flight that lasted just 12 seconds and 120 feet. On the fourth and final flight of the day, Wilbur traveled 852 feet, remaining airborne
You can get through the airport security line faster by traveling with unwrapped gifts and following the 3-1-1 rule when carrying on liquids, including liquid food items like cranberry sauce and gravy. You can also use the My TSA app or mobile website if you’re at the airport and need last minute information about what
Bed & Breakfast A private residence, several rooms of which are set aside for overnight guests whose paid accommodations include breakfast. Hotel An establishment that provides lodging and usually meals and other services for travelers and other paying guests Lodge A cottage or cabin, often rustic, used as a temporary abode or shelter: a ski
Parents traveling overseas with children should know health risks and how to avoid them An estimated 1.9 million American children travel internationally each year, and the number is increasing. In general, children face most of the same health risks as their parents, but the consequences can be more serious. Some conditions can be difficult to
Top 10 Baby Names For 2013 Rank Male name Female name 1 Noah Sophia 2 Liam Emma 3 Jacob Olivia 4 Mason Isabella 5 William Ava 6 Ethan Mia 7 Michael Emily 8 Alexander Abigail 9 Jayden Madison 10 Daniel Elizabeth Popularity in 2012 Rank Male name Female name 1 Jacob Sophia 2 Mason
Parents Projected to Spend $245,340 to Raise a Child Born in 2013 Parents Projected to Spend $245,340 to Raise a Child Born in 2013, According to USDA Report Data shows lowest costs are in urban South and rural regions of the U.S., costs highest in urban Northeast WASHINGTON, August 18, 2014 – Today, the U.S.
A middle-class upbringing does not guarantee the same status as an adult, according to a new report by Pew’s Economic Mobility Project. Downward Mobility from the Middle Class: Waking Up from the American Dream considers potential factors that cause a third of Americans who grow up in the middle—defined as those between the 30th and
If you’re worried that your child is being sexually abused, look for the following possible warning signs: Changes in behavior: withdrawal, fearfulness, crying without provocation Night sweats with screaming or shaking, and nightmares Regression to more infantile behavior: bedwetting, thumb sucking Loss of appetite or other eating problems Poorly explained injuries: bruises, rashes, cuts, genital
Positive, supportive home can brighten outlook for children with gloomy dispositions, researchers say. As scientists continue to tease out the impact of nature versus nurture, it appears that kids unlucky enough to get a “downer” personality gene can end up with sunnier outlooks when they’re parented in a warm, positive manner. A new study on
The Egg – About the egg, nutritional value and health issues of eating chicken eggs Playing It Safe With Eggs – What Consumers Need to Know – Food Safety Facts for Consumers to avoid the possibility of foodborne illness, fresh eggs must be handled carefully. Even eggs with clean, uncracked shells may occasionally contain bacteria
Cooking outdoors was once only a summer activity shared with family and friends. Now more than half of Americans say they are cooking outdoors year round. So whether the snow is blowing or the sun is shining brightly, it’s important to follow food safety guidelines to prevent harmful bacteria from multiplying and causing foodborne illness.
TAKE-OUT AND DELIVERED FOODS Holiday Meals, Picnics, Tailgate Parties, or Just a Busy Day In today’s busy world, take-out and delivered foods are experiencing runaway popularity. Some foods are hot and some are cold when purchased. Foods from fast food restaurants are most often consumed immediately. Take-out foods may be purchased in advance for eating
What Is Foodborne Illness? Foodborne illness often presents itself as flu-like symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or fever, so many people may not recognize the illness is caused by bacteria or other pathogens in food. Thousands of types of bacteria are naturally present in our environment. Not all bacteria cause disease in humans. For
