Rises in Early Puberty May Have Environmental Roots
- Environmental Well-Being
- September 22, 2013
It was first discovered that boys and girls in the U.S. seemed to be going through puberty at younger ages in the 1990s, but recent studies add even more support. Exposure to commonly used household chemicals have caused American girls to get their periods even earlier than ever before, according to a 2012 analysis by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
READ MOREHealthy diet may reverse aging, study finds
- Health & Healing
- September 22, 2013
Making simple lifestyle changes such as staying active, eating a healthy diet, and working to reduce stress can reduce aging at the cellular level, according to a new study published in Lancet Oncology. While the study focused on men with prostate cancer, researchers say the findings apply more broadly. Dr. Dean Ornish, advocate of the
READ MOREFive Reasons Corporate Wellness Is More Important Than Ever
- Financial & Workplace Well-Being
- September 21, 2013
These days, many companies are realizing the value of employee wellness. Joshua Love, president of corporate wellness company Kinema Fitness, points out, however, that many companies implement wellness programs without establishing metrics for success, leading some to fail.
READ MOREGirl’s Suicide Points to Rise in Apps Used by Cyberbullies
- Home & Family
- September 21, 2013
Do you really know what your kids are doing when it comes to social media and mobile apps? The recent suicide by 12-year-old Rebecca Sedwick in Lakeland, Florida is a sad reminder that cyber-bullying happens daily, and despite their best efforts, some parents may not even know about the apps that are being used to
READ MOREWhy Too Much Togetherness Can Ruin Retirement
- Lifestyle & Relationships
- September 15, 2013
Many couples look forward to spending more time together when they retire. But can too much togetherness have a downside? Author Maryanne Vandervelde suggests that “parallel play,” or two people experiencing different things at the same time, may actually lead to the most happiness.
READ MOREFirefighter comes to rescue of first responders with sick kids
- Making a Positive Difference
- September 15, 2013
In addition to dealing with the aftermath of 9/11 at ground zero and losing four members of his team, former New York firefighter P.J. Schrantz was also dealing with his 5-year-old son Dustin’s fight against leukemia.
READ MOREBosses Say ‘Pick Up the Phone’
- Financial & Workplace Well-Being
- September 15, 2013
Do you prefer sending an email over making a phone call? You may have what phone-use consultant Mary Jane Copps calls “phone phobia.”
READ MORELife’s Hard Lessons
- Entertainment, Books & Humor
- September 15, 2013
Life is full of ups and downs, but the challenging times can actually be opportunities to make positive changes and take on new approaches to life. Dr. Norman E. Rosenthal’s book, “The Gift of Adversity,” is filled with life lessons that can help you to change your perspective during tough times.
READ MOREAnti-Bullying Musical Launches Back-To-School Tour
- Entertainment, Books & Humor
- September 11, 2013
Lyle Cogen, an artist-educator from Merrick, New York, has launched a tour of her musical, “Sticks & Stones,” to help children understand and identify bullying.
READ MOREHappy families should tackle challenges together, says author
- Home & Family
- September 11, 2013
In his new book, The Secrets of Happy Families, author Bruce Feiler recommends spending 20 minutes a week on improving family life. He says, “The easiest path to happiness is to do something. Tackle the challenge that’s been nagging your family, tweak the routine that’s not working any longer, have the difficult conversation, pull the
READ MOREAdvice for start-ups looking to build a workplace culture
- Financial & Workplace Well-Being
- September 11, 2013
It’s important for entrepreneurs to create a workplace culture that can guide the business from the very beginning.
READ MOREPennsylvania hospital to open country’s first inpatient treatment program for Internet addiction
- Lifestyle & Relationships
- September 11, 2013
Is it possible to be addicted to the Internet? Do you spend so much time online that it interferes with your daily life, work and relationships?
READ MORESocial media helps teachers transform classroom culture
- Making a Positive Difference
- September 6, 2013
Social media and sites such as Pinterest and Instagram are helping teachers to stay creative and connected to the teaching community. Chicago teacher Melissa Dillard has a Facebook resource page for teachers that has more than 20,000 likes and is also very popular on Instagram and Pinterest.
READ MOREKeeping Food-Borne Illnesses at Bay
- Environmental Well-Being
- September 5, 2013
Have you ever had food poisoning? Up to 70% of food poisoning cases start in people’s kitchens, but there are steps you can take to minimize your risk of getting sick.
READ MORE‘Never, ever give up:’ Diana Nyad completes historic Cuba-to-Florida swim
- Making a Positive Difference
- September 5, 2013
Diana Nyad, at age 64, became the first person to swim the more-than-100-mile journey from Cuba to Florida without a cage to protect her. This was Nyad’s fifth attempt in 35 years, but the swimmer’s mantra to “find a way” helped her to fulfill her dream.
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