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Foodborne illness is a common occurrence. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 48 million Americans are infected with a foodborne pathogen each year. Of those 48 million Americans who experience foodborne illness, about 128,000 seek medical treatment from a hospital, while 3,000 actually die from the illness. Statistics such as these are concerning to say the least, but there are ways to lower you and your family's risk of foodborne illness.Wash Hands Often Wh …

Millions of Americans suffer from dry skin during the winter. Even if you normally have moist and hydrated skin, the dry air during this time of year can affect your skin. You may wake in the morning to discover that your skin is dry, rough and flaking. And while you can't control the seasons, there are ways to protect your skin from dryness during the winter.#1) Take Warm, Not Hot, Showers Turn down the water temperature when taking showers and baths this winter. The water …

Most people are aware that lack of sleep is bad for their health. When you don't get enough sleep, not only will feel you feel tired and fatigued the following morning, but your body will also experience elevated cortisol levels. Known as the stress hormone, cortisol causes a myriad of changes in your body, including elevated heart rate, elevated blood pressure, restlessness and more. With that said, however, getting too much sleep can also be bad for your health.About the StudyAccording to a ne …

Millions of Americans celebrate Christmas by displaying and decorating a tree inside their home. While some of these trees are artificial, others are real, living evergreen trees, such as a spruce or pine. Real Christmas trees are often preferred over their artificial counterparts. But if you're planning to display a real Christmas tree in your home or business, you should use caution to prevent a fire.Statistics on Christmas Tree FiresAccording to a new report by the Consumer Product Safety Com …

Are you hoping to lose weight next year? Well, you aren't alone. Each year, more people make "weight loss" their New Year's resolution than anything else. Of course, this shouldn't come as a surprise considering the profound ways in which being overweight affects your health. The problem, however, is that only a small number of people ever achieve their weight loss goals. To help you succeed with your New Year's weight loss resolution, we've compiled a list of several tips.#1) Start on January 1 …