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Beach Bummer: Germs in the Sand

Bad news if you’re a beachgoer: that sand may not be as safe as you think. A study from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (conducted in partnership with the Environmental Protection Agency) took a look at the bacteria content of beach sand… and how it can affect your family. Researchers spoke with close to thirty thousand families about their beach visits between 2003 and 2007. Participants were asked about contact with the sand (for themselves and their children) and were asked about health issues during a follow-up interview about ten days later. Approximately six percent of study … Continue reading →

Summer Is Fun and Accidents

It is now officially the summer season. Many of us are spending more time outdoors. With all of the fun and activities that we can participate in during summer, we also have to keep in mind that this is the time of year when most accidents happen. One of the dangers that can happen in the sweltering temperatures is becoming dehydrated. It is very important that while outdoors you keep your body properly hydrated. Last week our family took a vacation to Washington D.C. where we spent a great deal of time walking long distances outside in the blazing sunshine. … Continue reading →

Feeding a Family of Four of Vacation

I have been living for several days now in a hotel room without a kitchen. We have managed to feed two teenagers and ourselves without blowing or budget or having rumbling tummies. Here is how we do it. 1. Book a hotel with a refrigerator. This is very important. Having a fridge in the room will allow you to keep cold drinks, milk, and even ice cream for late night snacks. 2. Go to the grocery store as soon as you get settled in. We have saved money by purchasing breakfast cereals, chips, bottled water, bread, and cold cuts. This … Continue reading →