Barbecuing sounds like a relatively harmless activity that’s fun for everyone. But did you know that thousands of people living in the United States wind up being injured while enjoying this activity in their own backyard? Yes, this event, which is supposed to be nothing but fun for friends and family alike, is often dangerous …
Darren and Sophie are two parents who tend to be quite busy! Darren’s work occupies him even during typical holiday times, so after spending time being immersed in work over Christmas, he and his family decided to head out to Tenerife for a little vacation to make up for the lack of festivities. Sophie and …
It is a heartbreaking scenario for just about any parent to find that their child has passed away. Even worse still is when the cause of it takes up to a year for a proper diagnosis! Until then, how can a family possibly have any sense of closure, of understanding how such a tragic event …
Once again, flu season is upon us. With it, the annual cry from healthcare professionals asking the public to have themselves vaccinated against the disease. But what if it is the doctor you are entrusting your health with that has made a mistake when administering the vaccine? Jacalyn Broze from Minnesota is no stranger to …
For those of us who move around frequently in fashion and makeup circles, a common advice you may hear is to never be a cheapskate when it comes to makeup. In this day and age, this is not exactly the best advice, given as you can ignore luxury brands and get equally good – if …
Getting a manicure is a great way to pamper yourself. If you like having your nails done by a professional while you sit back and relax, it’s a great way to unwind, treat yourself, and feel great after. Unfortunately, not all services are accommodating towards their customers. Angela Peters headed out one day to visit …
As anyone who has ever required spectacles will know intimately, having poor eyesight is a hassle. The worse your eyesight is, the more unavoidable needing a pair of spectacles to see the world around you is! They can be annoying as well, since they will easily slide down your nose (especially when performing physical activities) …
Many doctors chalk up a variety of symptoms as stress or anxiety, especially at first glance. Dissatisfied patients are referred to specialists, but for the most part, doctors stick to common diagnoses as opposed to uncommon ones. Unfortunately, in some cases, this can take lives. Simon Willians, 42, went to a doctor and complained of …
A mother of two boys, it is not immediately evident that Lisa Smith was once a mother of a baby girl. At the age of 17 months, Amelia, affectionately known as Mia, passed away in 2015. Despite the time that has passed since her daughter’s death, Lisa is opting to share her story so that …
Individuals with autism face a lot of difficulties in everyday life. They may have difficulty in social interactions, leading to communication troubles that can cause awkwardness and anxiety. This is exactly why Pat Long worked very hard to ready his son, Owen, who is on the autism spectrum so that the teenager could ask for …