Family Health

Vaccines prevent more than 2.5 million deaths each year and protect not only those receiving the vaccine, but also everyone around them, particularly those with weakened immune systems, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Autism affects the way a person communicates and interacts with others. It does not affect all people equally, rather there are varying degrees of severity.

As you cozy up at home during the long winter months, take these simple precautions to keep the flu bug and other illnesses at bay.

How can you help kids make healthy choices when they buy lunch? It’s important to educate children on nutrition and how to make healthy decisions on their own.

Children make the holidays brighter. Make sure you set aside some special activities just for them, like the five ideas listed here.

While it’s often thought of as an adult wellness activity, kids can realize the same health benefits by discovering their inner “yogi.” Why not start them early?

If you’d like to fire up the grill this spring and enjoy some hearty barbecue dishes without compromising your diet, we’ve got you covered.

Offices, classrooms and even restaurants often have signs that warn of food allergies. Here’s how parents can stay ahead of them.

Warm weather is a great time to get outside with your kids. Give these age-group specific activities a try this spring!

About 7% of U.S. children between age 3 and 17 have diagnosed anxiety. Rates are rising, but mindfulness-based coping techniques can help.

People are cooking more and eating in. Research shows there are many benefits associated with eating together as a family.

If you feel like your kids were in the “summer slump” when it came to reading, here are tips to get them on track this school year.

Women can experience physical and emotional changes during pregnancy, but some warning signs should not be ignored.

Feel like the opportunity for summer adventure is passing you by? Here’s how to squeeze the last bit of fun out of the season.

Your pet’s size, weight and ability to store body fat should be considered, along with temperature, when taking your fur baby out into the winter cold.

An open line of communication and plenty of encouragement are two of the many ways your family can help manage a child’s epilepsy condition.

FSAs and HSAs can help you pay for medical expenses, but each has its own benefits. Learn more here.

From bonding to healthier teens, there are lots of breastfeeding benefits beyond just keeping a baby fed.

Michiganders know how to savor the summer months. Here’s how to improve your outdoor meals by planning healthy summer picnics.

After virtual classes, video lessons and hybrid learning, here’s how to help kids transition to in-person learning.

Hikers, campers and people working in their yards are reporting a tick explosion this summer. New apps can help keep these tiny bugs at bay.

Michigan’s biggest lakes are fun, beautiful – and dangerous. Here’s what to know about Great Lakes beach safety before you enter the water.

Father’s Day is fast approaching. Here are some creative gifts kids can make for their dads.

Small hands and paws can get into a lot of things that aren’t good for them. Here’s how to make your home a safer place for kids and pets.

How to develop a healthy self-worth and self-esteem in children that will lead to better mental health as an adult.

Enjoy sweets in moderation this Valentine's Day and help your kids do the same by offering these fun lunch and dessert options.

Each year, thousands of kids are taken to the ER with winter sports-related injuries. Wearing a helmet could help prevent many of those.

Does your family set goals you can work on together? Make 2021 the year you explore more, get healthier together and have new experiences!

Sometimes, holiday presents can unintentionally lead to dangerous situations and choking hazards for very young children. Here’s how to avoid this situation.