Good Housekeeping articles from February 2002

Good Housekeeping archives from February 2002

The good housekeeping seal. (the GH Institute).
February 1, 2002... GOOD HOUSEKEEPING MAINTAINS good taste and exercises strict editorial judgment as to products it will accept for advertising and in reviewing all of the advertising copy it publishes. These judgments are the basis of the Good Housekeeping...

Need a helping hand (Vac)? (the GH Institute).(cordless, hand-held vacuum cleaners)(Brief Article)(Evaluation)
February 1, 2002... Your child knocks over a poinsettia, or the cat sheds on the sofa right before a big party. No need to drag out the full-size vacuum or stroke endlessly over dirt with a weak mini vac. The GH Institute's home-care pros found several new...

The web site certification. (the GH Institute).
February 1, 2002... IN ORDER TO RECEIVE THE Good Housekeeping Web Site Certification, a site and its products must be in good taste and be consistent with the editorial philosophy of Good Housekeeping magazine. The site must be fully operational when reviewed by...

Our new diet guru. (on my mind).
February 1, 2002... Ah, losing those last ten pounds--it's the universal struggle. That's why I'm pleased to announce the debut of a columnist who, when it comes to diet and fitness advice, really delivers the goods. Jim Karas, a graduate of The Wharton School of...

To your health! (on my mind).
February 1, 2002... The health-care revolution has given us just what we asked for: responsibility for our own well-being. But here's the rub: We actually have to make most of the decisions about our own medical care. Ouch! To help you sort through all the...

That's the spirit. (On your mind).
February 1, 2002... The December issue was filled with uplifting true stories of real people surviving in this sometimes tough world. You brought us a reality check when we needed it most. --FAYE C. KEENAN Yorktown, Virginia

When baby grows up. (On your mind).
February 1, 2002... Thank you for "Staying Close to Your Grown-up Kids" (Your Family, December). I have a 20-year-old daughter who is strong, intelligent, and loyal; yet each time I see her, I feel compelled to comment on the length of her hair or the style of her...

Jumping for Joy. (On your mind).
February 1, 2002... I am so excited that Joy Behar has joined the Good Housekeeping staff as a columnist (Talk to Me). She is one of my favorite TV personalities. Behar brightens my day, and her quick wit always makes me laugh--something we all need to do in these...

A true survivor. (On your mind).
February 1, 2002... I cried when I read "A Loss Beyond Meaning" (Our Story, November), about Alan Cronin, who lost all of his limbs due to a staph infection. His Courage and triumph over adversity is a lesson to all of us. And his wife, Maria, is a very special...

Good to the last word. (On your mind).
February 1, 2002... I love the Last Look page--so much so that I sometimes read it first! It gives readers a chance to get more insight into the people we see so often on TV or in the movies and have come to think of as friends. It's especially fun when the star...

Celebrating Dolly. (On your mind).
February 1, 2002... Thank you for featuring Dolly Parton as one of your first recipients of the Good Housekeeping "Seal of Approval" Awards ("Remembering Her Rural Roots," November). My grandsons, ages five and two, look forward to their books in the mail each...

Welcome home, baby! (On your mind).
February 1, 2002... After reading an article in Good Housekeeping about a woman who adopted a baby girl from China ("A Small Happiness," December 1995), Belinda and Kevin Murphy, unable to have another child after their son, Matthew, was born, decided to do the...

Healing wounds with words. (On your mind).
February 1, 2002... Your special Tribute (December) made me relive the terrorist attacks, but in a different way. In a world of disaster, disease, and ungodly acts, we Americans have proved that we will stand together. Thank you, Good Housekeeping, for reminding...

Volunteers wanted! (On your mind).
February 1, 2002... Here's your chance to be a key part of our magazine--and to chat online with fellow readers who have similar interests. We're looking for Community Leaders to monitor discussions on the message boards currently on our Web site--or to help...

Gypsy chicks. (Heads up! The looks, trends, and news you need this month).(embroidered shawls)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Flowers, fringe, and folk songs--bohemian is back this season. To bring out your inner Joni Mitchell, throw on an embroidered shawl, like this whimsical silk beauty from Adrienne Landau, with a dress or a pair of jeans.

Strike it rich. (Heads up! The looks, trends, and news you need this month).(Scharffen Berger chocolate sauce)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 1, 2002... We've sampled plenty of sundaes in the GH test kitchen, but no chocolate sauce melts our cravings like this old-fashioned topping from Scharffen Berger. Served warm over your favorite flavor of ice cream, it's dessert heaven; $14 for 13.5...

Best buds. (Heads up! The looks, trends, and news you need this month).(freeze-dried flowers)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Fresh from the florist? Not quite. But these freeze-dried roses could fool you. Unlike ordinary dried flowers, which often turn brown and brittle over time, Fleur-Tech blooms are specially treated to stay vibrant and supple for at least five...

Laundry luxury. (Heads up! The looks, trends, and news you need this month).(laundry fragrances)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 1, 2002... Ahhh, aromatherapy: The latest wrinkle is to add a relaxing scent to your weekly wash. New fragrances like these from The Good Home Company not only soften your load, they also leave a hint of lavender, honeysuckle, ocean air, or other sweet...

Photo synthesis. (Heads up! The looks, trends, and news you need this month).(bracelet from Rembrandt Charms)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 1, 2002... Now you can turn your snapshots into all kinds of photo art: pillows, cakes and cookies, and jewelry. Here, a charm bracelet from Rembrandt Charms makes a wearable keepsake out of five of your favorite images; charm prices start at $50.

Escape reading. (Heads up! The looks, trends, and news you need this month).(book Pen Pals)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... If you couldn't put down The First Wives Club, add Pen Pals to your reading list. In Olivia Goldsmith's latest twist on love and revenge, the chic-but-spunky heroine--who loses it all, lands in jail, yet finds satisfaction and romance--left us...

Trendy baby tote. (Heads up! The looks, trends, and news you need this month).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 1, 2002... Wave bye-bye to dull diaper bags. This Asian-inspired brocade number from Posh Tots has all the practical accoutrements--such as a flip-out changing pad and two bottle holders--but looks ready to hit the town; $134.

Suede steal. (Real deals: bargains you'll love).(blazer)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 1, 2002... It's the jacket of the season: the fitted blazer. While you'd pay $350 or more for a designer version, you can get the look for $69; from Chadwick's of Boston, in red or brown suede; 800-405-3640.

Hearts on fire. (Real deals: bargains you'll love).(candles)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 1, 2002... For a simple--but dazzling--valentine, light these candles on your husband's favorite dessert. The price is sweet, too: just $6 for the set.

Three for free. (Real deals: bargains you'll love).(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
February 1, 2002... Love to pamper yourself? Win this trio of aromatic treats from Yves Rocher: invigorating splash, purifying exfoliant, and relaxing massage oil. A $37.50 value, the set is free to 250 readers. See page 180 for details.

Pajama party. (Real deals: bargains you'll love).(pajama bottoms)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 1, 2002... Comfy and cute, Old Navy's cotton pajama bottoms paired with a long-sleeve T-shirt warm up chilly winter nights--and make the perfect Sunday loungewear. At $16.50 each, you might want to snuggle up to more than one pair.

Get a pretty payoff. (Beauty: tips trends truth).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Stock market make you nervous? Invest a little time or money in beauty instead--we guarantee you'll get a big return. Investment A deep-conditioning hair mask Reward Hair will be shinier, and you'll need fewer products to maintain a...

Mini makeup. (Beauty: tips trends truth).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Your favorite beauty products are shrinking. Companies like Cover Girl, Estee Lauder. and Clairol are downsizing, selling compact cosmetics with the hope that you'll get hooked on a new nail-polish shade or lipstick color and buy big down the...

News flash! www.gloss.com. (Beauty: tips trends truth).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Shopper's Paradise: www.gloss.com, a recently launched Web site, brings together some of the biggest names in beauty, all in one place for your convenience. Stock up on premium brands like Chanel, Estee Lauder, Clarins, Clinique, M.A.C, Bobbi...

GH giveaway! (Beauty: tips trends truth).(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
February 1, 2002... 150 readers will win products from Calvin Klein's new perfume line, Truth, with top notes of bamboo, patchouli, vanilla, and white amber. (Cybill Shepherd is already a fan.) The winners will receive Truth Calvin Klein body lotion, body oil...

Find a fix for any flaw: your assignment: hide blemishes, bags, and those other trouble spots. Mission impossible? Not with the latest concealers and the best tricks of the trade. (Going Undercover).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... How to fake perfection--even when your skin acts up. PROBLEM COMMON MISTAKE SOLUTION TRY UNDEREYE Using a concealer Pick the shade that M.A.C Studio CIRCLES that's too light matches your ...

Bigger challenges: don't give up--you can tackle the most stubborn problems with a little know-how. (Going Undercover).(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
February 1, 2002... SCARS DON'T rely on your DO choose a professional product regular undereye that has high levels of pigment, concealer to cover like CoverBlend or Dermablend. them--they need Apply concealer...

Target Practice: how to pick the best products for you. (Going Undercover).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... * "If someone tries to sell you foundation by trying it out on your hand, run the other way!" says Jay Manuel, makeup artist for I-Iman Makeup. "Always match it to the skin on your cheek or neck." * The bulk of your makeup spending should...

Your own secret formula. (Going Undercover).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... For a custom blend, head to a Prescriptives or Elizabeth Arden counter, where a beauty consultant will analyze your skin, then mix a product that matches your color, coverage, and finish needs. Is it worth the $45 to $55 price tag? We sent GH...

Eek! Do you wear too much makeup? (Going Undercover).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Overdoing it can make you look older and clog your pores. If you agree with any of these statements, it's time to take out a cotton ball... 1 You need at least ten minutes to put on your "face" before you even start on blush, mascara, and...

Household helpline: Heloise to the rescue.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Q: I've heard that storing batteries and candles in the fridge or freezer will extend their lives. Is this true? --Marlene Moore, Pocatello, Idaho Heloise: Because extreme temperature changes of hot or cold can negatively affect the...

Do the right thing: Peggy Post on everyday etiquette.(letters)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Q: I have a collection of great special-occasion recipes, and people are always asking me to share them. Is there a nice way to say no? Peggy Post: It might help your frame of mind to think of each request as a compliment. If there's a...

Talk to me: Joy Behar solves your trickiest problems.(advice column)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Q: Six months ago, my 14-year-old daughter announced she was becoming a vegan and would no longer eat meat, dairy, or eggs. We're a big family on a tight budget, and I can't afford to make separate meals for her. But she won't budge. When I...

Now you're cooking: six innovative appliances that make it easier to get dinner on the table--and to clean up afterward. (buyer's guide).
February 1, 2002... First for safety Kenmore Gas Range 75024, * $849.99 ** No need to worry about toddlers fiddling with the knobs on this range. A special safety touch pad on the backsplash can prevent the burners from igniting. Another plus: The...

The best places to put your money now. (your money).(financial planning)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The world is a scarier place than it was before September 11. Most of us are saving more money, though sometimes we wonder if we shouldn't just keep it all under the mattress! Banks, mutual funds--everything feels wrong. But there's no need to...

My grandson was struck by a car--mine! As Robbie struggled for life, I struggled with the guilt that would follow me for years. (my story).
February 1, 2002... I slam the little two-door Datsun into reverse, flying backward from the carport. We are late, thanks to my 16-year-old daughter, Margaret. She's about to be honored by an organization she's worked hard for, and in her excitement, she has...

Mom gets a bib too. (your family).(BrrrpGuard, protective clothing for nursing mothers)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 1, 2002... As every mother knows, a towel or cloth diaper slung over the shoulder can only go so far in preventing accidents. How many times has a blouse been dirtied-or permanently stained--by a baby unburdening herself? Anne Ferrell Tata, a mother from...

Smart parenting. (your family).(how to encourage communication of emotions in boys)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Q My ten-year-old son finds it hard to talk about his emotions. Now more than ever, I want to keep the lines of communication open. How can I help him open up to me and his father? a Boys this age often struggle with putting a name to their...

New childproof bottles. (your family).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... baby oils, sunscreens, spot removers, cleaning solvents: These are just some of the common household products that will soon come in child-resistant packaging. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recently voted to require protective...

It's pink, it's blue, it's ... margarine? (your family).(Parkay Fun Squeeze margarine)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
February 1, 2002... If your kids think green ketchup is cool, Parkay Fun Squeeze in Electric Blue and Shocking Pink will rock their world. The colorful spread is meant to entice kids to eat more vegetables. Parents will be glad to know it's free of artery-clogging...

"Mom, the teacher hates me": your kid's feeling picked on, ignored, or just plain disliked. When to raise your hand--and what to say. (your family).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... as a teacher myself, I can say that most of us work with children because we love them. Yet we do hurt their feelings. We have bad days, we fail to realize how hard they worked on an assignment, or we make a bad joke. I still cringe when I...

20 questions that can change your weight: weight-loss guru Jim Karas reveals the secret to serious slimming: get an A+ on this calorie-counting quiz. (fitness diet).
February 1, 2002... The weight-loss industry preaches that we shouldn't worry about calories. Instead, we should applaud ourselves for eating foods that are fat free, low fat, lite, low sodium, low cholesterol... am I forgetting anything? While fat, sodium, and...

Nobody's daughter: it doesn't matter how old you are. When you lose your parents, you become an orphan. (personal matters).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Three days after my father's funeral, I backed out of a parking space too close to a pole and broke off my side-view mirror. The following week, I ignored a scraping sound until the tailpipe was on the ground. And for months, even when the car...

Jennifer Aniston: the friend she really is: an inside look at her intimate friendships and what makes us love (not envy) her. Plus: why we really need our female pals, and how you can be a better buddy.(actress)(Interview)
February 1, 2002... It was a lavish lunchtime buffet, the kind that's commonly found on Hollywood movie sets, and Jennifer Aniston was exhibiting some real star behavior. Faced with a large platter of pasta and vegetables, Aniston grabbed a plate--and proceeded to...

Blue heaven: nothing gives your kitchen instant impact like this cool, soothing shade.(interior design)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... lots of blue This kitchen is an immersion course in bold choices. Gray-blue dominates, but is brought down to earth with rust and beige. (Warm touches like the butcher-block countertops soften both the cool colors and the modern...

The girl you used to be: ever miss her? Wish you could bring back some of the fun stuff--the "just for you" stuff--from your younger days? It's not too late.
February 1, 2002... I have a new neighbor, and for a few months, I couldn't stand her. It wasn't anything she did. It's just that every time I saw her, I felt bad about myself. You see, Margo is an actress and everything you might expect that goes along with being...

On the town: the funky, spunky star of Gilmore Girls spends a very grown-up weekend in the city.(Lauren Graham)(Interview)
February 1, 2002... Easy 'cause it's beautiful Evening wear doesn't have to mean a dress. Cowl-neck silk camisole with side drape and bisque crepe pants by Heidi Weisel. Black chandelier earrings by Lee Angel. We caught up with Lauren Graham--senior...

How to stay married: she's had a few husbands. And she knows a few things about marital bliss (and marital misery). Below, Margo Howard shares her hard-won wisdom.
February 1, 2002... It would be fair to characterize my marital history as "never a bridesmaid, always a bride." To be perfectly candid, I am a rice-scarred veteran who's lost three husbands. In divorce court. Which, if you think about it, makes me the perfect...

The best way to ... stand up to your doctor. (your health).(managing patient-physician relations)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... When I was diagnosed with lymphoma in 1986, I learned how to stand my ground as a patient. All through the testing that led to my diagnosis, I had been obedient. But then I changed. A final set of lab results indicated that my blood had lost...

The best way to ... stop his snoring. (your health).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Send him into space. While studying the sleep patterns of astronauts on space missions, researchers turned up some unexpected info. Once astronauts enter orbit, snoring and sleep apnea (brief halts in breathing that can trigger snoring)...

The best chicken soup cure--ever. (your health).(Recipe)
February 1, 2002... Chicken soup isn't just something you eat. It can ease a cold, lift your spirits, and warm your soul. To find the best around, we tasted and tested everything from family favorites to famous chefs' specialties. Word of mouth led us to the...

The best way to ... have a pain-free mammogram. (your health).(MammoPad makes test more bearable)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... It doesn't look like much: just a white square foam cushion. Even its name--the MammoPad--sounds, well, silly. But when placed on the radiographic plate and the compression paddle of a mammogram machine, the FDA-approved device can...

The best way to ... get through the day on too little sleep. (your health).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Feeling dim after a bad night's sleep? Damage control is possible, says family physician Jesse Lynn Hanley, M.D., coauthor of Tired of Being Tired. For starters, eat small meals throughout the day that combine carbohydrates, some protein, and a...

How to breathe under stress. (your health).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... When we're stressed, a lot of us take shallow breaths, inhaling and exhaling through our mouths like newborn puppies. That's too bad, because breathing right can release calming, feel-good hormones called endorphins. In fact, "deep breathing...

The best way to ... unkink a muscle spasm. (your health).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... You've been driving for three hours without a break. Or you've twisted the wrong way to pick something up. Now you're in the throes of a painful muscle spasm. What to do? Sometimes changing position or walking around will get blood flowing to...

The best way to ... make a sick man stop moaning. (your health).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... My husband suffers from an incurable condition. In medical terms, it can best be summarized as follows: He is a man. As a result, when my husband has a minor illness, such as a cold, he is biologically compelled to act as if he is the...

The best way to ... save money on prescriptions. (your health).(cut larger dose pills in half)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... With the price of drugs soaring, we're all looking for ways to cut costs. One simple but highly effective method is pill splitting. Here's how it works: If your usual dosage is, say, 125 mg, you'd get a prescription for a bottle of 250 mg pills...

The best way to ... banish tonsil trouble. (your health).(radio-frequency tonsillectomy)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The days of the tonsillectomy--and the post-surgery ice cream bash--are numbered. A new procedure relies on radio-frequency waves instead of a scalpel to tame temperamental tonsils, and it's done in the doctor's office instead of the hospital....

The best way to ... check up on your calcium supplement. (your health).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... In the name of science, sacrifice one of your calcium pills by dropping it in a six-ounce cup of vinegar. Every five minutes, give the vinegar a stir. If the pill doesn't disintegrate in half an hour, it probably won't dissolve in your stomach...

The best way to ... get something out of your eye. (your health).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie--that's amore. But what if a piece of dust or dirt gets in it? Christine Petty, M.D., a family physician in Rockford, Illinois, offers this advice: 1. Don't rub your eye. The problem speck...

The best way to ... zap foot odor. (your health).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... It's kind of a guy thing--and if you're the mother of a teenage boy, you know exactly what we mean. But there's hope for cutting down on that awful aroma. Here's the drill for chronic offenders: Wash and dry feet thoroughly, especially between...

Best all-around yoga stretch. (your health).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... You don't need to be a contortionist to do basic yoga. Actually, the idea behind this ancient discipline is to stretch you out so that stress doesn't tie you up in knots. And the best yoga move is so easy, you probably learned it in grade...

Best amusement parks in which to have a heart attack. (your health).(Disney parks to install difibrillators)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Walt Disney World and Disneyland. The company plans to install 500 automated external defibrillators--which can help jump-start a stopped heart--at all six of its theme parks, as well as at Disney entertainment complexes, water parks, hotels,...

Blister-proof your feet. (your health).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The Good Housekeeping Institute had a half dozen blister-prone staffers hit the streets of New York City to try out three products: Dr. Scholl's Cushlin Ultra Slim Blister Treatment, Dr. Scholl's Moleskin Plus Padding, and Band-Aid Blister...

The best HMO story we've heard. (your health).(Keystone Health Plan East helps mother expecting triplets)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... With two sons, ages two and four, no daytime baby-sitter, and a hard-working firefighter husband, Joan Crossfield faced plenty of challenges. But when she got pregnant again--and saw the ultrasound--her life ratcheted up to nearly impossible....

The best way to ... down a pill. (your health).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... For some people, the idea of swallowing a pill is enough to make them gag--especially when it comes to giant-size antibiotics or calcium supplements. To help you overcome your pill problem, Jon Schommer, Ph.D., an associate professor at the...

The best way to ... remove a tick. (your health).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... If a tick bites, don't panic. Just remove it as soon as possible. The risk of contracting Lyme disease, a potentially serious bacterial infection that's spread by tiny deer ticks, increases 24 to 72 hours after the tick attaches to your skin....

New help for old backs. (your health).(percutaneous vertebroplasty)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... When osteoporosis sets in, brittle bones--especially in the spine--can snap. And because the spine can't be put in a cast, the pain is often unbearable. Even worse, one fractured vertebra can trigger a domino effect among others, causing a...

The best way to ... stop bad breath. (your health).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... I worry about my breath. I've been known to exhale into my hand--the "how does it smell?" trick everyone uses--to monitor my breath. And I keep lots of breath fresheners close at hand. This extreme vigilance comes with the territory, I...

The best way to ... remove a splinter. (your health).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The more deeply embedded a splinter is, the more it hurts--and the greater your chance of developing an infection. To get your next splinter out safely, follow these easy steps 'from Rick Wherry, M.D.,a member of the board of directors of the...

The latest in birth control. (your health).(NuvaRing)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... The FDA-approved NuvaRing is a flexible plastic ring that's placed in the vagina, where it releases continuous low-dose hormones similar to those found in the combination birth-control pill. Once it's in, you can forget about it for three...

Best way to make your home disaster-ready. (your health).(disaster preparedness tips)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... In these uncertain times, with different kinds of threats in the news, we're all wondering, is there any way to prepare? "People have been flooding our agency with questions," says Rocky Lopes, senior associate for disaster education at the...

To create a safe room. (your health).(dealing with a toxic spill near home)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Though there may be some risk of a chemical attack or bioterrorism, your neighborhood is much more likely to be confronted with a toxic spill on a nearby highway or railway, says Neil Livingstone, chairman and CEO of GlobalOptions, a...

Best reason to eat chocolate. (your health).(nutritional and health benefits and drawbacks of chocolate)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... We are a nation of chocoholics, downing about 3.3 billion pounds of the sweet stuff each year. And though most of those Hershey's Kisses and M&M's go right to our hips, some may actually end up doing us good. It turns out that chocolate may...

Safest way to break a fall. (your health).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... You're standing. Then, suddenly, you're not. The world goes into slow motion, and what seems like an eternity later, you find yourself lying on the ground, dazed or mortified. Whether the culprit is an icy driveway, an uneven sidewalk, or a...

The best lesson I learned from a patient. (your health).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Once, while I was doing rounds, I treated an older gentlemen who had been in intensive care for three months. He had a bowel obstruction, among other problems, and I was convinced he was going to die. It was difficult for me because we were...

The best way to...climb out of an icy pond. (your health).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Falling through the ice can be as easy as snap, crackle, splash! Mike Cannon, chief of the Colchester, Vermont, Rescue Squad, and Lieutenant Craig Iverson of the Vermont State Police offer these save-yourself tips: 1. Softly tread water,...

The best way to...read in a moving vehicle. (your health).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Slouch down in the seat and hold your book as close to eye level as possible. Not looking down should head off motion sickness, maintains Roderic W. Gillian, O.D., a retired optometrist in Eugene, Oregon, who has been researching the affliction...

Even grown-ups need their shots. (your health).(vaccinations for adults)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... Benjamin Schwartz, M.D., associate director for science in the National Immunization Program at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in Atlanta, lists some key vaccinations: CHICKEN POX If you didn't have chicken pox as a child,...

Best medicine from the kitchen: next time you're feeling under the weather, take a trip to your pantry or refrigerator--what you find may be just what the doctor ordered. (your health).(home health care tips for various ailments)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2002... To calm a queasy stomach Sip some ginger tea. (Make your own by stirring a half teaspoon of ground ginger into a cup of hot water; strain after three minutes.) The chemical compounds in ginger can ease nausea or relieve an upset tummy. To...