Number of kids injured by falling TVs soars 
Number of kids injured by falling TVs soars
A new study reports an alarming increase in child-related injuries and deaths from unsecured televisions in the home.
Protecting seniors and kids in the extreme heat 
Protecting seniors and kids in the extreme heat
As temperatures soar across the Midwest, experts say folks should take extra caution to ensure the elderly and children stay safe. Here’s what you should know.
Painkiller overdoses spike among women 
Painkiller overdoses spike among women
A recent report from the CDC says deaths from prescription painkiller overdoses among middle-aged women are up 400 percent.
Playground pitfalls and how to prevent them 
Playground pitfalls and how to prevent them
An expert shares insight on how to keep kids safe on the playground this summer.
Porch partiers take extra caution, experts warn 
Porch partiers take extra caution, experts warn
A decade after the tragic collapse of a porch in Chicago’s Lincoln Park, the spotlight is on the importance of safety this summer.
Are your thoughts making you sick? 
Are your thoughts making you sick?
A new study reveals that if you constantly tell yourself that stress is harming your health, it could become a self-fulfilling prophecy. Learn more.
Are you a distracted walker? 
Are you a distracted walker?
A new study shows that texting and walking can be just as dangerous for your health as texting and driving.