Easy, effective tips for Halloween and Día de los Muertos celebrations Autumn holidays like Halloween and Día de los Muertos usually mean mingling with friends, enjoying parties, and celebrating in groups. But in this unusual year, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) reminds you to keep it spooky and…

Focusing on fungi for holistic health Americans love their mushrooms: The average individual eats nearly 3 pounds of fresh mushrooms each year. But did you know these beloved fungi can be used for medical purposes as well? As more Americans turn to holistic health practices, they’re also finding out that,…

Learn more about this vital profession According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, hearing loss is the third most common chronic health condition in the United States.  For the millions of Americans dealing with hearing loss and related issues, audiologists can help. AN IMPORTANT PROFESSION As outlined by…

Suspect something? Contact a licensed veterinarian Halloween can be scary for humans, but for our pet friends, it can be downright terrifying—and even dangerous. The American Veterinary Medical Association has seven ways you can help make this holiday less spooky for your animals: Keep candy away—Never feed your pets Halloween…

Learn about non-toxic alternatives and contact a professional for infestation help The leaves are turning, the air is chilling: Sweater weather is in sight. But if you’ve stored your winter clothing with mothballs, moth crystals, moth flakes, or moth cakes to prevent clothing moths and their larvae from chewing holes…

Check for hazards and contact a licensed professional for assistance Windows are our home’s eyes to the world, but they also can pose some hidden hazards, especially for children: Check your home’s windows and get professional assistance if you need help. PREVENT WINDOW FALLS The U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission…

Study: Engaging with surroundings while out and about makes a positive difference A just-published study by the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), finds that engaging with surroundings while on walks, instead of focusing on thoughts, made a positive difference in study participants’ well-being. As outlined in the journal Emotion,…

A California engineering licensee’s electrical-plug invention prevents injuries, fires, and fatalities Those electrical outlets with little buttons on them mean a big difference for your safety: Ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) are the difference between life and death in certain circumstances, so find out more about their important purpose, their California…

Held each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is a national campaign that raises awareness about disability employment issues. It celebrates the many and varied contributions of America’s workers with disabilities and reminds employers of the importance of inclusive hiring practices. In 1945, Congress declared the first week of…

Contact a licensed mental health professional for assistance Feeling anxious or depressed these days? You are far from alone, according to a new study from San Diego State and Florida State universities. As published in the journal Depression & Anxiety, researchers compared nationally representative samples of U.S. adults from the…