Eggs get a better rep
Eating eggs was once thought to be as bad as smoking cigarettes. But a new study debunks that idea. A study published in the journal Heart, says eating a…
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Get flu vaccine now
Cases of flu tend to increase as temperatures decrease. According to the CDC, people should get their flu shots as soon as they are available. Most…
Get more fiber for better health
Fiber is good for your body, helping to lower cholesterol, keeping you regular and even aiding in weight loss. Soluble fiber, found in food like oats,…
Seasonal Favorite: It’s time for pumpkin pancakes
October means pumpkins and way too much pumpkin-spiced everything, but for many it also means pumpkin pancakes. You might have your favorite recipe for…
Deer collision information
West Virginia has held the crown for the most deer-car collisions for 12 years and it still tops the list of most dangerous states, according to the 2018…
Fire Prevention Week: Oct 6-12, 2019
Plan and practice your escape from fire More than a third of heads of households estimated they would have at least six minutes to escape a fire. Not so,…
Make it easy for the EMTs
Any time you have to call for emergency help, do what you can to meet the EMTs or at least be in an accessible position. Go outside immediately: In a…
No butter for a burn
Minor burns are not helped by applying toothpaste or any kind of butter. These remedies actually trap heat in the burn. Instead, use cool water — not ice…
What to do for something in the eye
Once in a while, everyone gets something in their eye: a bit of makeup, a grain of sand, or an eyelash. When that happens, never rub your eye. Immediately…
Severe allergic reaction
People with known severe allergies should always carry epinephrine — and use it promptly if exposed to an allergen, according to a study in the Journal…