Eid al-Adha is June 6
Eid-al-Adha, the Islamic Festival of Sacrifice, begins on the evening of Friday, June 6, with celebrations continuing until June 9. According to the lunar…
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Father’s Day, June 15: Thanks, dad, we know how important you are
There’s more to being a dad than earning a living and being an advisor to teenagers. According to researchers in the Fatherhood Project at the Families &…
Celebrate America: Show your patriotism
Fly the flag on June 14, Flag Day This is the day to give “Old Glory” its due. There are many ways to honor the American Flag. Sometimes it’s there for…
Here’s what you can do about painful jaw joints and muscles
About 12 million Americans suffer from painful jaw joint and muscles called TMJ disorders. They bring jaw pain that interferes with sleep and makes it…
Health in the News briefs: Ozempic, step count, marijuana
Daily pill may be as effective as Ozempic A new GLP-1 drug may be as effective as Ozempic and Mounjaro for weight loss and blood sugar control with just a…
Artificial dyes are going away; will you notice?
The magenta filling inside a Pop-Tart, the nuclear glow of a sour apple lollipop, and the powdered drink mix that turns dark purple with water. The…
Men’s Health Week: June 9-15 Afraid to see a doctor? Don’t be!
There’s a chronic health problem among American men: They are more much more likely to avoid going to the doctor. According to UAB Medicine, only about 60…
Blackberry pudding offers high nutrition, low calories
Delicious Blackberry Chia Pudding incorporates blackberries’ nutritional benefits into a versatile dish suitable for breakfast, a snack, or a dessert….
Lightning safety rules
There’s nothing like a spring thunderstorm, when the fireworks from the sky cause quite a display — and danger, too. If you are outdoors when you hear…
Got bugs? Read this before you spray
* Clear the area of kids, pets, and anyone else who isn’t essential to the task. * Wear appropriate clothing, including long sleeves, long pants,…