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• Is Your Lunch Safe to Eat?

  Checked the expiration dates on your food lately? Learn what they really mean. You’ll save money and taste buds.

• Is Organic Really Better?

  "Organic" has become a buzzword in everything from food to apparel. But what exactly does that mean, and are foods with the organic label really better for you?

• Is It a Heart Attack?

  Can you name the five major symptoms of a heart attack? Discover what you need to know to save your life or the life of a loved one.

• Prevent Deadly Medication Mistakes

  A new study shows you're more likely to make dangerous drug mistakes in summer. Here, simple steps to stay safe.

• Avoiding Summer Stomach Bugs

  Planning a picnic? Going swimming? Protect yourself from common stomach bugs that can wreck summer fun.

• Is Tap Water Better?

  Before you buy your next bottle of water, consider this: A surprising new study finds that bottled water is no better than tap.

• How Noise Pollution Threatens Your Health

  Noise isn’t just a problem for your ears. Research has linked it to health woes ranging from heartburn to heart disease. Here’s what you need to know!

• First Aid for Summer

  Whether it’s a barbecue burn or a biking scrape, learn the latest first-aid techniques -- and why mother doesn’t always know best.

• Good Drivers Live Longer

  You exercise, eat well and wear your seat belt, but you may still be in harm’s way. The culprits: careless drivers. Find out how to avoid being one of them. 

Blog

• Why a Higher SPF May Not Be Enough

  If you think a high SPF rating means you're safe, think again. Here's what you really need to know.

ExpertQA

• Can snoring really kill me?

• How can I enjoy tuna without endangering my health?

• Do fruit and vegetable cleaning sprays work better than water?

• Can acid reflux damage my esophagus?

• Are vinyl shower curtains safe?

• Does the "Five-second Rule" ensure that dropped food is still edible?

• Will working on a computer make me nearsighted?

• Is it safe to take medication after it’s expired?

• Can ozone/oxygen injections really relieve back pain?

• Do you really need to drink eight glasses of water a day?

• If a workout leaves me with sore muscles the next day, should I rest?

• When eating at an Italian restaurant, what should you avoid if you suffer from heartburn?

• Does running on a treadmill provide the same workout as running outdoors?

• Are tanning beds safer than lying out in the sun?

• Can I exercise if I have a cold or the flu?

• Do men need calcium supplements?

• What is "BlackBerry thumb," and how do I avoid it?

• Is there a way to protect my eyes from macular degeneration?

• Can food poisoning have long-term complications?

• Does smoking make heartburn worse?

• Does my child really need all those immunizations?

• Should I worry about autism if my toddler doesn't play with other kids?

• How can I tell if my kids’ backpacks are too heavy?

• Do I still have to worry about extra pounds if I don't have a pot belly?

• Should I get a mammogram this year?

• Do oral contraceptives cause breast cancer?

• Could it be postpartum depression?

• Can anger really shorten my life?

• How loud is too loud when listening to my iPod?

• How do I protect my two-month-old tummy-sleeper from SIDS?