Lifestyle & Trends - Family Living
Talking to your kids about war, conflict and tragedy
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From the deaths of dictators, terrorists and world-changing CEOs, to the devastation of earthquakes, Middle East revolts and global economic crisis, 2011 was a year wrought with war, conflict and tragedy. And while we as adults struggle to find meaning and understanding in such events, as parents, we are sometimes left struggling to answer those same questions for our children. The key is to listen to your children's concerns and to provide realistic assurance.
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Open communication is key to managing schizophrenia
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We all know the importance of talking openly with our loved ones - being able to clearly communicate helps everyone understand each other better. It's sensible that those principles of clear communication should extend to someone who might hold your life in their hands - your doctors and other healthcare professionals. For people who are caregivers, it becomes even more important to act as the eyes and ears of loved ones who may not be able to communicate effectively.
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It's not too late for a flu shot: What you may want to know
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Pharmacies, doctors' offices and walk-in clinics - you have more opportunities than ever before to get that all-important annual flu shot. But if you'll be getting yours somewhere other than the doctor's office, you might wonder just who is giving you that shot and what that person's qualifications are.
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Germ hotspots to look out for during cough and cold season
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We're reminded time and again of the good health habits we should practice during the winter germ season - wash your hands, cover your cough and stay home when you're sick. While you likely know these basics, you might not be aware some of the most common places germs tend to congregate and spread. Taking proper care to kill germs after you come into contact with these germ hotspots can be one of the keys to staying healthy this season.
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Simple ways to make dinner at home a special night
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Dining at home has many advantages, from saving money to affording family members more time together. But it's easy for those at-home meals to become routine and boring - unless you take some simple steps to make dinner time a special time for everyone.
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