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Frozen fun
Published on February 4, 2015
Take advantage of freezing temperatures and head outside for some activities that can only be done when temps are cold. -
Carbon monoxide: Winter’s silent killer
Published on February 3, 2015
Two-thirds of all carbon monoxide deaths (non-fire related) occur in November, December, January and February. Reports to Fire Departments nationwide averaged 72,000 annually between 2006 and 2010. -
Dress up the table for your Valentine’s meal
Published on February 2, 2015
Know when and how to use your beautiful crystal glassware and pottery. -
Valentine’s Day twist
Published on February 2, 2015
Turn the traditional Valentine’s Day into a day of creative and healthy fun for your soul and body. -
Mindfulness in adolescence
Published on February 2, 2015
Research shows the practice of mindfulness can help youth navigate stress more effectively. -
Racial identity development – key to building relationships of understanding
Published on January 29, 2015
Racial identity development is a key factor to relationship building and equality. -
Smoke inhalation is the most common cause of death in house fires
Published on January 28, 2015
When a fire occurs in a home, occupants can quickly be overcome by smoke and unable to reach nearby exits. Planning and practice can help you survive. -
Help young people explore connections between homophobic slurs and attitudes about masculinity
Published on January 28, 2015
Adults have a responsibility to help kids understand and challenge homophobic name-calling and other hurtful behaviors. -
Homophobic slurs and attitudes about masculinity – is there a connection?
Published on January 28, 2015
Recent study links middle school students’ use of homophobic name-calling with peer influences and beliefs about traditional masculinity. -
TV for toddlers?
Published on January 26, 2015
A review of the current recommendations for screen time for infants and toddlers.