New football helmet technology aids in concussion reduction
Every football season nearly 35,000 players are admitted to the hospital for head-related injuries. Thousands of other concussions will go undetected at the high school and college football level, often due to the desire for athletes to stay on the field, despite the warning signs. Every player wears a helmet, so why are so many at all levels at risk for traumatic brain injuries?

Good news for expectant or would-be moms with epilepsy
Mary Katherine Albritton had a normal childhood despite being diagnosed with epilepsy when she was 6 years old. Her parents worked to teach her about her condition, and she grew up to be a happy adult. But in 2005 she got a surprise -- she was pregnant. As an adult with epilepsy, she wondered about the risks to her and her fetus.

A Handy Way to Keep Your Mind Sharp
When most people think of woodworking they see flannel shirts and sawdust, not brain cells and neural networks. And while that may never change, more people are recognizing the craft as a way to keep the mind sharp.

Can't sleep? Eye-opening facts about common sleep myths
Are you tired of feeling tired? Are sleepless nights interfering with your days? If so, you may be one of the approximately 30 million Americans who suffer from chronic insomnia. In fact, according to a national survey, 54 percent of adults said they have experienced symptoms of insomnia at least a few times a week.

Small Changes Can Mean Big Savings on Healthcare Costs
In a tough economy, everyone needs to cut back on unnecessary expenses and save money wherever possible. Healthcare is often one of the largest expenses a family faces, but there are ways to cut healthcare costs without shortchanging your health.

Healthy Grocery Shopping on a Budget
American households are rediscovering the art of cooking at home. It's time to take a look at strategic grocery shopping and healthy meal preparation to better survive the recession and keep you and your family healthy in the process.

Navigating the health aisle -- 4 supplements everyone should take
Supplements are a part of many people's daily lives. They contribute to our health, but also leave us with a lot of questions. Which supplements are best? What do they actually do? What are the most affordable options? Those questions are answered here by a doctor and certified clinical nutritionist.

Camping Tips for Parents
Camping can help create lifelong memories for adults and children alike, which is one of the reasons it is the No. 1 outdoor activity in America. But before you pack up the tent and start the long drive, remember that proper preparation for a camping trip is important, especially when kids are involved.

Create Your Own Vending Machine to Avoid Office Snacking Pitfalls
You glance at the clock on your desk as your stomach begins to growl and realize you have hit the 3 p.m. slump -- that vulnerable time after lunch yet still hours from dinner. In order to satisfy your hunger, you look for a quick fix to help you finish out the day. However, stuck at the office, with deadlines looming and energy levels low, your choices may not be as sensible or healthy as you would like.

Breathe Easy in a Healthier Home
It's one thing to live in a well-kept home, but is it also a healthy place to live? While your home may look sparkling clean to the eye, there are a number of invisible factors that can seriously affect the health of your entire family, and even contribute to a heart attack or stroke. Chief among them is the quality of the air your family breathes while indoors.

Living wills protect you at all ages, stages of life
Discussing the end of life is not easy for most people. Yet most of us don't want to burden our loved ones and would prefer to see our wishes carried out. A living will can help ease the burden of difficult decisions.

Looking better helps cancer patients feel better
Enhancing a woman's self-confidence, by giving her the support and tools she needs to manage her changing appearance during cancer treatment, provides renewed hope.

Family finds new hope in battling rare disease
Matt and Karen Douglas had only been married for a few years when Matt started exhibiting early symptoms of Huntington's disease (HD). His symptoms started with small, uncontrolled movements, such as his hands twitching when he didn't want them to; but the movements soon worsened and became so severe that Matt was unable to drive his car.

Temperatures Rising? Take Dinner Outdoors
Hot dogs, hamburgers and pork ribs aren't the healthiest eats in the bunch, especially if getting fit for the summertime is a priority. You won't have to compromise these good ol' grilling favorites at your next barbecue if lighter substitutions are made elsewhere. Here are some ideas from a professional chef.