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Washington – Americans do not have to eliminate food groups to become healthier, but they do need to eat more fruits and vegetables while consuming less saturated fat and sodium, according to a new report from the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee.

Atlanta – Four out of 10 children between the ages of 3 and 11 are exposed to secondhand smoke, according to a report http://www.cdc.gov/vitalsigns/tobacco/ from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Emmitsburg, MA – Heating units such as fireplaces, chimneys and water heaters remain a top cause of residential building fires, according to a recent report from the U.S. Fire Administration.

Bethesda, MD – The Internet provides a wealth of information on countless topics. However, it is important to know what information is accurate and credible.

People with dairy allergies should watch out – that dark chocolate treat might contain milk.

Teens are getting less sleep now than they did 20 years ago, according to a recent study from Columbia University.

People with epilepsy who sleep on their stomach are at higher risk of unexpected death, similar to sudden infant death syndrome, according to a new study from the University of Chicago.

Parts of the country have experienced record-breaking snowfalls in 2015. With snow, comes shoveling – which can lead to a variety of injuries.

Sleep is necessary for good health, and the National Sleep Foundation has updated its recommendations for how long people should sleep.

Consumer products play a role in more than 4 out of 10 nonfatal injuries that require emergency department visits, according to a recent study.