Despite assurances from the US government that the amount of radiation reaching America from the nuclear disaster at Japan's Fukushima plant following the tragic earthquake were safe, many of us felt the need to protect our families. We were told radiation levels were no greater … [Read more...]
Diabetes and Allergies: Using Literacy to Help Children Cope with Medical Issues
Children's literature is a developmentally appropriate and fun way to educate about illness. Whether sharing with classmates and friends or individual children, we were sent two books that can help youngsters understand their potentially life-threatening health conditions. The … [Read more...]
Take Action: Agent Orange Corn Coming to a Farm Near You!
When you hear "Agent Orange", what do you think of? Death, destruction, war, illness, deforestation, CORN? Cancer.org explains our most common association with this herbicide: During the Vietnam War, US military forces sprayed millions of gallons of herbicides (plant-killing … [Read more...]
6 New CA Laws That Affect Families: Booster Seats to Expired Infant Formula
It's always interesting to see what new laws are enacted at the start of the new year. Sometimes they make sense, sometimes they make you chuckle, and sometimes they just make you wonder what is wrong with this world that we need a law for that! Here's a round-up of new laws in … [Read more...]
Prevent the Stomach Flu: Close the Toilet Lid
I have friends that always keep their toilet lids closed. I assumed it was just a feng shui sort of thing, but there may be more of a health reason to do so than simply preserving your energy. According to Lucky Feng Shui for Life: 1. Keep your toilet lid closed all the … [Read more...]
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