From overloaded outlets and unattended cooking to dry live trees and fireplaces, small seasonal habits can quickly turn into ...

The spring and summer are prime time for ticks and mosquitoes, but there’s work to be done to prevent insects year-round. There are science-backed ways to stay safe from potentially infectious bugs, ...

Older adults can also be at risk of drowning in backyard pools due to medical incidents, such as a heart attack, or ...

Drowning is the number one cause of death for children ages 1-4 in the United States. NPR's Life Kit has water safety tips to keep young swimmers safe this summer. It's summer, which means it's ...

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- More than 5 million Americans are the victim of violent crime every year, that staggering statistic comes from the U.S. Department of Justice. How do you keep from becoming a ...

Even during a holiday or celebration, safe sleep practices should remain top of mind. Infants under one year of age should ...

The National Safety Council is projecting 429 people may lose their lives over the upcoming New Year's holiday. New Year's ...

For more on the dangers of extreme temperatures and key tips for dealing with the heat, Stephanie Sy speaks with Ashley Ward, director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke University. Now let's ...

Hiking in the off-season can often come with great benefits — quieter trails and atmospheric, seasonal landscapes, in particular — however, it can also mean treacherous conditions. Here’s how to stay ...

Saturday is the second No Kings protest in the US. Protesters will gather to demonstrate against the policies of President Donald Trump, and organizers predict an even bigger turnout than the first ...