Please be advised; Fireworks are illegal in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York. The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend a public display conducted at a state-approved site by licensed pyrotechnicians.
Summer means picnics, barbecues, parades and fireworks displays, … Read more
The weather is turning cooler, and unfortunately that means flu season is right around the corner. It’s time to get your yearly flu shot! Here’s what you need to know…
Last year’s … Read more
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that more than 30,000 Americans will develop Lyme disease this year — 30,000! Fortunately, there are several ways to protect yourself and your family from tick bites and tickborne illnesses such … Read more
Blood Pressure Readings
What do blood pressure readings mean? The top or “systolic” number measures blood pressure in the arteries when the heart beats and pumps blood out to the body. The bottom or “diastolic” number measures blood pressure in … Read more
According to experts, Lyme disease could be a big problem in the Northeast this spring and summer. To better protect yourself and your family from complications, read over this quick guide for preventing and treating this serious illness.
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Rich in omega 3 fatty acids, fish provide major nutritional benefits for developing fetuses and young children. Unfortunately, many parents and pregnant women avoid fish, because they are worried about toxic metals. Recently, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the … Read more
Smartphones, tablets and computers have become a ubiquitous part of American culture. Unfortunately, they may be having a negative impact on the health of young people, who appear to be exchanging bad TV habits for time on these devices.
Troubling … Read more
