Recently, my brother, who lives in Florida, phoned me to ask if eating the defrosted ground beef that he mistakenly left in the sink overnight was safe. I told my brother it is not safe to eat and to throw it out.

In all weather conditions, the body works to maintain a normal temperature of 98.6 degrees. When temperatures are extreme, like on a scorching summer day, it can be even more difficult for our bodies to maintain this ideal temperature.

Did you know that it was in the mid-20^th century that sunglasses gained popularity? In 1929, Sam Foster introduced his Foster Grant sunglasses on the beaches of Atlantic City.

Do you ask people to repeat what they are saying? Do you need to turn the TV volume so loud that others complain? Do you need help understanding speech because of background noise or think that others mumble?

You probably are aware that comedian Jay Leno, an avid car collector and host of the show Jay Leno’s Garage, suffered burns on his face, hands, and chest in November.

You probably are aware that comedian Jay Leno, an avid car collector and host of the show Jay Leno’s Garage, suffered burns on his face, hands, and chest in November.

Mention air pollution, and most people, including me, think only of outdoor air quality. We rarely question the quality of air in our homes, but we should.

Mention air pollution, and most people, including me, think only of outdoor air quality. We rarely question the quality of air in our homes, but we should.

Does eating an apple every day really keep the doctor away? October is National Apple Month, dedicated to celebrating the delicious fruit.

Does eating an apple every day really keep the doctor away? October is National Apple Month, dedicated to celebrating the delicious fruit.

As we age, health becomes more significant. Because of improvements in medicine and health, we live longer lives now. Aging well in body and mind is essential for experiencing a rich quality of life.

As we age, health becomes more significant. Because of improvements in medicine and health, we live longer lives now. Aging well in body and mind is essential for experiencing a rich quality of life.

What do Tom Cruise, Julius Caesar, Barack Obama, Leonardo Da Vinci, and Jack the Ripper have in common? They are left-handers, or southpaws.

It’s summer. Have you had your brain freeze yet?

It’s summer. Have you had your brain freeze yet?

If you see someone clutching their throat, coughing, gagging, or wheezing, would you know what to do?

If you see someone clutching their throat, coughing, gagging, or wheezing, would you know what to do?