November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Lung Cancer is the leading cause of cancer death and the second most common cancer among both men and women in the United States. The most important thing you can do to lower your lung cancer risk is to quit smoking and avoid secondhand smoke. For help quitting, visit...
November is Diabetes Awareness Month
1. ARE YOU AWARE OF DIABETES AWARENESS MONTH? Each year when November rolls around, people begin thinking about the common disease that affects around 29.1 million people in the United States alone. Diabetes affects people of all ages and causes many health concerns...
October 28,1886 Statue of Liberty was Dedicated
The Statue of Liberty, a gift of friendship from the people of France to the people of the United States, is dedicated in New York Harbor by President Grover Cleveland. Originally known as “Liberty Enlightening the World,” the statue was proposed by the French...
Theodore Roosevelt was born on October 27, 1858
Theodore Roosevelt was born on October 27, 1858, inside a Manhattan brownstone on East 20th Street. On the anniversary of Theodore Roosevelt’s birth, learn 10 surprising facts about America's twenty-sixth president. 1. His mother and his first wife died on the same...
Candy Alternatives for Halloween Trick or Treating
Break from Halloween candy tradition with a trip to your local school supply store. School supplies? Sure. But think less wide-ruled paper and more in the realm of orange and black. Halloween-themed pencils, stickers, coloring books and crayons or markers are often...
Does diet affect my child’s teeth?
Yes. Avoiding sweets, sticky foods, and between meal snacks is good advice. To avoid cavities, limit sweet snacks and drinks between meals. Have meals and snacks at regular times. Teeth-friendly snacks include foods such as fresh fruits and vegetables. Baby bottles...
How can I best care for my child’s teeth?
Good dental hygiene habits should begin before your child's first tooth comes in. Wiping your baby's gums with a soft damp cloth after feedings helps to prevent the buildup of bacteria. When teeth appear, start using a soft children's toothbrush twice a day. Fluoride...
Caring for Baby’s Teeth Starts Before Birth
A child's dental health begins at the time of conception, says an expert who recommends mothers-to-be visit the dentist before, during and after pregnancy. "The mother's dental health affects her overall health and her baby's health. Statistically, mothers with poor...
8 Things About Daylight Saving Time
Turn clocks back 1 hour on November 6 1. It’s “daylight saving time,” not “daylight savings time.” Many people render the term’s second word in its plural form. However, since the word “saving” acts as part of an adjective rather than a verb, the singular is...
Halloween and Healthy Smiles
Halloween is around the corner, which for most children means bags of free candy and a chance to build a stockpile of sweets for the winter. No surprise, Halloween can also present parents with a variety of health and safety challenges. “It’s OK to eat that candy on...