Health Update

Summertime means trips to the beach, and trips to the beach mean potential saltwater damage to the skin and the hair. As we continue with summer it is important we know how to properly take care of our skin and hair so we can have as many beach days as we want. This blog aims to explain some methods for keeping hair and skin protected against saltwater dehydration.

There are so many myths surrounding lighting. If you are ever caught in a thunderstorm, knowing the facts can save your life. The National Weather Service separates fact from fiction.

Each year, thousands of people, mostly kids, go to the emergency room from firework-related causes around the 4th of July. Here are some fireworks tips for a fun and safe holiday.

Working out and eating healthy might be easier than you think and to prove this I have broken down the best things you can do to keep up with your fitness goals while on vacation.

It's Every Kid Healthy Week! Let's teach our kids healthy habits and make our schools healthier. Check out ideas for daily activities and get tools for parents and teachers.

Manufacturers often use tactics such as packages, photos, and wording to make us think their products are healthier than they are. Watch out for these tricks and read the label carefully.

Washing our hands properly prevents spreading germs and decreases our risk of getting sick. Here is the right way to do it because yes, every step counts.

Organic. Free-range. Vegetarian-fed. Choosing your family’s Thanksgiving turkey by decoding those labels is easier than ever, with this simple guide.

Quitting smoking isn’t easy, but it doesn’t have to be done alone. Start day one during the Great American Smokeout. Learn the benefits and family support tips here.

No Shave November is around the corner and people nationwide are getting ready to put down their razors to raise cancer awareness, and here is where you can learn how to help!

Figs are a nutrient-dense superfood that may help dry skin, gut health, and blood pressure. Here's why you should add them to a healthy eating program.

South Jersey is home to beautiful trails, beaches, and historic towns. Here are the best day trips for fall foliage, hiking, and biking fun near Atlantic County and Cape May County.