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What happens if you need to pee while you’re asleep?

Your bladder can signal the brain when it's full, even while you're asleep. Happyphoton/iStock via Getty Images Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like …

When dogs bark, are they using words to communicate?

Does your dog bark a lot? Or is he one of those quiet pooches who barks only when things get really exciting? Most dogs bark at least a little. Dog barks are not words. Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you …

New Medicare Program Makes Prescription Costs Easier to Handle

(BPT) - This year’s Medicare Annual Enrollment brings a major change for prescription drug users: a new payment program for older adults and those with disabilities to spread out their costs …

Help protect your home, your family and your moments

(BPT) - Life is a collection of moments worth protecting. When it’s time to upgrade to the latest fire safety technology, learn more at firstalert.com.

23 Halloween candies ranked from healthiest to unhealthiest

Hers ranked 23 of the most popular Halloween candies in the U.S. based on the pounds sold in each state and their nutrition content.

What You Need to Know About the Updated COVID-19 Vaccine

(BPT) - COVID-19 remains a public health concern, as we continue to see periodic surges in infections and hospitalizations. But while SARS-CoV-2 infections tend to rise during the fall and winter …

Fire safety: Act now to protect your home and family

(BPT) - Fall and winter are peak seasons for home fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). To protect your home this Fire Safety Prevention Week, take proactive steps to …

So your school wants to ban cellphones. Now what?

The 74 reports that whether they use Yondr to secure devices or send students to their lockers, educators are finding that setting policy is easy, but enforcement is hard.

Students are headed back to school armed with AI. Here's how some colleges are adapting.

Numerade analyzed survey data and news reports and interviewed educators to see how colleges and universities are responding to AI.

Twice as nice: Step-by-step tips for painting a room two colors

(BPT) - If your walls could talk, what would the paint color say about you? You’re bold? Calm? Sophisticated? Whatever the answer would be, painting a wall multiple colors is an affordable, yet …

The ABCs of type 1 diabetes screening and testing: A helpful guide

(BPT) - Sponsored by Sanofi As many in the type 1 diabetes community can attest, it can be difficult at first to understand the purpose of screening or the subsequent tests before and following a …

Ketamine and other anesthetics emerge as treatments for depression: Anesthesiologists can help ensure they are used safely

(BPT) - Ketamine and other anesthetic drugs have emerged as a powerful new tool to rapidly treat depression, especially for people who don’t benefit from traditional therapies. With …

4 Ways to Help Protect Against Tick Bites This Fall

(BPT) - Beautiful fall days captivate many people, offering a burst of color as the leaves change and cooler temperatures that encourage outdoor adventures. However, as you're outside enjoying the …

Efficient anesthesia staffing is a win-win for patients and facilities

(BPT) - The financial side of the healthcare industry continues to be a hot topic for consumers and healthcare administrators alike. Rising costs, facility closings especially in rural areas, and the …

- Data shows severe depression is most prevalent among teens
  
  Mental Health Facilities looked at data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health and other sources to see how severe depression impacts …