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Fall is a time for new beginnings – particularly for college freshmen, many of whom will be living away from home. We take a look at some of the issues students may face being on their own – and what can be done to make college a positive time in their lives.

Kids generate more body heat than adults and typically spend many hours playing in the sun, often without adequate hydration.

Even seemingly harmless over-the-counter medications can be dangerous if you’re not taking the correct dosage. The Food and Drug Administration has 10 safety tips.

Sunglasses are designed to protect wearers from harmful ultraviolet rays. The American Academy of Ophthalmology has tips for choosing the right shades.

You take your dog to run errands on a warm day. You leave him in your vehicle, and even crack the window. You’ll only be gone a little while. He’ll be fine, right?

This parent-teen agreement will help you both get on the same page about driving risks and responsibilities.

When the weekend finally arrives, many workers transition from sedentary creatures to recreational athletes. These people often are referred to as “weekend warriors” – those who participate in a wide range of activities such as running, bicycling, hiking, rock climbing and more.

The three-digit National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 988 – now includes text and chat services in Spanish.

Has it been weeks since you changed your bed sheets and pillowcases? If so, researchers say you may be sleeping with a “legion of germs.”

Heavy drinkers may be at increased risk for muscle loss and frailty as they age, results of a recent study out of England suggest.