Exactly How Dangerous Is It to Take a Walk Outside During COVID-19?
Canadian germ expert Jason Tetro on how to stay safe from coronavirus when taking a walk or going for a...
14 Ways to Make Your Coronavirus Stockpile Last Longer
Running low on supplies? Don’t panic. These smart strategies can make all the difference when waiting out the pandemic at...
How to Safely Remove Disposable Gloves
Who knew there was a right and wrong way to remove disposable gloves? Follow these steps to maintain a protective...
Coronavirus Products That Aren’t Worth Your Money—And Could Even Be Dangerous
They're unproven, overpriced, and sometimes even dangerous.
7 Concussion Symptoms You Should Never Ignore
Anyone with a head injury and possible concussion should be checked by a health care professional. If you’re the one...
Dozens of My Friends Are Infected with Coronavirus—Here’s What They Want You to Know
One by one, I've watched friends and family members contract, spread, and battle coronavirus. They've shared their stories in the...
Do High Blood Pressure Drugs Increase Your Coronavirus Risk?
Heart experts discuss whether certain drugs for high blood pressure and other cardiovascular diseases increase the risk of COVID-19.
6 Cleaning Products You Should Never Mix—And 2 You Absolutely Should
Ammonia, vinegar and bleach are among the most powerful cleaners at your disposal, but they can also be dangerous when...
Watch Out! Scammers Are Using the Coronavirus to Steal Your Information
Whenever there's a crisis, there are people who try to help—and some who attempt to take advantage of the situation...
Can Cats Get Coronavirus?
The COVID-19 outbreak is on everyone's minds, but should you also be worried about coronavirus in cats?
10 Ways Doctors Protect Themselves From Coronavirus
These are the same infection-control measures that everyone should be taking.
12 Travel Disasters I’ve Actually Seen Happen
Being a tour leader is not the glamorous life you might imagine it to be.
How to Get a Refund If a World Crisis Forces You to Cancel a Trip
Afraid to travel due to the coronavirus, or any other world event? Here's how and when you can cancel.
Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Plug Space Heaters Into Power Strips
Before you plug one in, know this: Heating is the second leading cause of house fires (behind cooking), according to...
15 Common Kitchen Items That Are Secretly Toxic
Our experts reveal the most common and surprising kitchen items that could be toxic or dangerous for your health if...
Coronavirus and Super-Spreaders: What You Need to Know
Learn the basics of the current coronavirus outbreak—and the best way to protect yourself.
8 Life-Saving Lessons from Real-Life Poison Control Centre Calls
We talked to poison centres across North America to discover the most common emergencies they handle. Here are the case-by-case...
The 1-Second Tire Test That Could Save Your Life
Phones may not be the number one culprit when it comes to safe driving.
Here’s How to Tell If Chicken Has Gone Bad
There are three main things you need to check.
8 Tricks You Need to Stay Awake During Long Drives
Worried about drifting off behind the wheel? These long driving tips can help.
The 5 Most Dangerous Countries to Drive In
It's not the best idea to be behind the wheel in these countries.
Why You Should Never, Ever Put Your Feet on the Dashboard
Audra Tatum, a mother of three from Walker County, Georgia, learned this lesson the hard way. Here's her simple warning...
19 Reasons Unexpected Weight Loss Could Be a Serious Problem
Dropping pounds unexpectedly? It can happen for a number of reasons, but there are some diseases that can cause it.
12 Hiding Places to Conceal Spare Keys and Other Valuables Outside Your Home
Store a spare key and other valuables safely so people won’t find them.
Do Sharks Really Smell Blood?
Sensitive cells and an enlarged olfactory bulb allow sharks to detect a small amount of blood in the water, but...
10 Things You Shouldn’t Touch at All-You-Can-Eat Buffets
Here’s how you can enjoy the experience at tempting buffets while minimizing the risk to your health.
Don’t Trust the Hotel Safe, and Other Surprising Rules to Protect Your Stuff on Vacation
Your hotel might not be as secure as you think.
What Could Happen If You Don’t Put Your Phone on Airplane Mode During Flights
It's hard to power down for hours—we totally get it. But the mobile phone rules during air travel were put...
What Can Happen If You Don’t Wash Your Produce
Not washing produce before you eat it it isn't necessarily a recipe for disaster, but rinsing and scrubbing can help...