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Does your teen have a job, or are they thinking about it? As parents and caregivers, it’s natural to have concerns about their safety. Talking with them about it can help.

From home decorating and road trips to baking cookies and getting ready for guests, the holidays can be busy! Here are eight ways to help make them safe and healthy.

Do you have a home improvement project you plan to tackle yourself? Whether you’re a seasoned do-it-yourselfer or a relative newbie, getting the job done properly requires a pre-project safety plan. So, before you get started, check out these expert tips for making sure your DIY project is injury-free.

Dallas — When it comes to heart-healthy eating, balance is key, the American Heart Association says in a scientific statement published Nov. 2.

Washington — Only 1 out of 5 parents and caregivers seek expert help about installing a car seat or securing a child in a seat – and the majority of car seats brought to child passenger safety technicians for inspection aren’t properly installed and used, a recent data review has concluded.

Amherst, MA — Can’t get to 10,000 steps a day? Aim for 7,000 to help curb your risk of heart disease and early death, say researchers from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.

University Park, PA — Serving larger portions of vegetables may be a way to make sure your child eats the recommended daily amount, results of a recent study from Pennsylvania State University suggest.

Tampa, FL — Just one night of inadequate sleep can negatively affect your mental and physical well-being, a researcher from the University of South Florida says.

Bethesda, MD — If you suffer from migraines, eating more of certain kinds of fish may help reduce the frequency and pain, results of a recent study by researchers from the National Institutes of Health and the University of North Carolina suggest.

Portable outdoor heaters are a popular appliance for people with patios and decks. If you’ve got a heater, it’s important to understand the hazards associated with them.