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Thinking about getting a dog? Researchers say dogs can help boost kids’ physical activity levels – especially among young girls.

An overwhelming majority of parents think handwashing is vital to staying healthy, but many are pretty sure their kids aren’t practicing what mom and dad preach, results of a recent survey show.

Hey, college students: Are you a fan of energy drinks? They may be messing with your sleep, a new study says.

Lifting weights for as little as 30 minutes a week can lower your risk of heart disease, the American Heart Association says.

Does your car, truck or SUV have any open safety recalls? Not sure? The National Safety Council is urging all drivers to find out during Vehicle Safety Recalls Week

Even if you’ve tried to quit smoking before to no avail, don’t give up. A new study shows that trying again right away could improve your odds of success.

Closing the toilet lid before flushing isn’t enough to stop the spread of infectious diseases at home, researchers say.

Six inches of floodwater can cause passenger cars to lose control and stall, the National Weather Service warns. Twelve inches of fast-moving floodwater is enough to carry away most cars, while 24 inches can displace a majority of trucks and SUVs.

What can people, or other caregivers, with aging loved ones do to help prevent falls? Family Safety & Health gathered advice from several experts to highlight four key steps.

Get cooking on kitchen safety by following these do’s and don’ts.