The opioid crisis continues to touch countless Americans every year. In 2017, Ohio health providers wrote 63.5 opioid prescriptions per every 100 persons, higher than the national average and cementing the state's struggle with drug abuse and addiction. But, of course, addiction doesn't discriminate. No matter who you are or where you're from, these issues can have a huge effect.
June just happens to be National Camping Month, which gives families the perfect excuse to spend time outside together (especially once school is out for the summer). But while nearly six out of 10 American households report that someone within the home has gone camping and it's an activity that's only becoming more popular with each passing year, there are plenty of adults and kids who haven't experienced this beloved pastime for themselves.
Fall is fast approaching and over 55 million kids across the U.S. are getting ready to head back to school. With 13% of those kids biking or walking to class, it's important that you're keeping a watchful eye out for pedestrians in the morning and afternoon. Afternoons are especially dangerous. According to the American Automobile Association, approximately one in four child pedestrian fatalities occur between 3PM and 7PM.
Adoption is a very exciting -- if not very taxing -- experience. Around 135,000 children are adopted in the U.S. each year, one-third of which end up in single-family homes. Before you're able to bring your new family member into this new environment, however, you need to jump through several hoops; in addition to filling out an application and attending training classes, you'll need to undergo a home study. The process concludes with a written report that includes the following information:
Summer is officially here, which means most American families will soon be enjoying quality time together -- usually in the great outdoors. Spending time in the sun can be great for your health in so many ways. However, there can be too much of a good thing, especially when it comes to the sun. If you want to prioritize your family's well-being this season (and for many years to come), you'll certainly want to focus on sun protection. You might keep sunscreen in the house and help your kids apply it (when you remember, that is)...
Spring cleaning is one of the most popular times to clean your home, but that doesn't mean you should ignore your cleaning responsibilities during the rest of the seasons. Summer cleaning, for instance, is imperative if you're hoping to have a nice, clean, and relaxing summer.
Unfortunately, there are plenty of homeowners that either neglect their summer cleaning responsibilities or make all kinds of costly mistakes that end up worsening their home's appearance.
Youtube has come a long way since its creation in 2005; the video-sharing website now sees more than 300 billion searches every month. With the fame and fortune that has come to so many video bloggers on the site (aptly named Youtubers), much of today's youth are interested in starting their own channels and posting their own videos. In fact, the trend has become so prevalent in the U.S.
While we love our children dearly, it's a well known fact that closet organization isn't one of their strong suits. So when it comes time to help your children organize their closets, you need to have a plan in place. Even better, you need to have a budget in place. We think these tips will help you with both of those things. Let's get started!
As a parent, you want your children to get the best start in life. It's your job to teach them the skills that will carry them to success, after all. But as any parent knows, it can be tough to determine how best to instill these values. That's why we're taking a moment today to give you a few tips on instilling healthy habits in your kids. Let's get started.
The measles virus is currently making a comeback in the United States; as of May 3, a staggering 764 cases have been confirmed throughout 23 states. The Pacific Northwest is experiencing the worst of it due to their exceptionally low vaccination rates; in Clark County, Washington, only 78% of children received their MMR vaccine. The contagious disease has since spread to the surrounding states, infecting both adults and children as it continues.
