IN YOUR DAILY DOSE: today is research that may demonstrate some of the choices you make are determined by the structure of your brain.

MAKING CHANGES: There are no changes to make today!

FACT OR FICTION:  Define . . . mammal.

IN YOUR DAILY DOSE: today is research that shows e-cigs may be less addictive than traditional cigarettes - but does this make them better?

MAKING CHANGES: Stopping smoking is difficult and challenging - but well worth the effort when you consider the benefits.

FACT OR FICTION:  These little creatures of the night can be scary. They fly using echolocation because their eyesight is so poor, but their hearing is phenomenal.  

IN YOUR DAILY DOSE: today is information about how mothers and fathers need - or don’t use - social support to help them become better parents.

MAKING CHANGES: Learning how to accept and use support from your family and peers may not only help your parenting skills, but also your ability to become the best you that you can be.

FACT OR FICTION: Do dogs sweat?

IN YOUR DAILY DOSE: today is research from the Journal of the American Medical Association linking this condition to an increase in car crashes.

MAKING CHANGES: Nothing here today!

FACT OR FICTION: Can Sharks swim in freshwater?

IN YOUR DAILY DOSE: today is research linking smoking in past generations to the health of today’s children.

MAKING CHANGES: You can make a difference in the health of future generations of children in your family by making smart choices today.

FACT OR FICTION: Vacations are fun, exciting, relaxing and build strength. But, you may not value taking one each year because you may not value those benefits. There are several other benefits for taking a vacation that most people value.

IN YOUR DAILY DOSE: today is research that may help identify a genetic defect that may lead to an inefficient heart - does this lead to heart disease?

MAKING CHANGES: Your lifestyle choices make a real difference in your health no matter what your genes say.

FACT OR FICTION: You might think that all mammals can jump, but this one can’t. It purrs like a cat and lives 70 years.  Do you know what it is? 

IN YOUR DAILY DOSE: is research from Rush University Medical that evaluates an implantable cardiac device designed to reduce the chance of stroke with atrial fibrillation.

MAKING CHANGES: You may experience an increased risk of atrial fibrillation but with some lifestyle changes, you may experience better health.

FACT OR FICTION: Not many people want to pick up or play with a snake. They have the reputation for being slimy but their skin is actually smooth and dry. It’s the length and width that might be shocking to you!

IN YOUR DAILY DOSE:you’ll discover new research associating physical health conditions with the risk of suicide.

MAKING CHANGES: Making smart life choices reduces your risk of physical challenges - and therefore your risk of emotional turmoil.

FACT OR FICTION: If your cat sound different today than she did yesterday, you might just be right. But, did you know the reason for the difference in communication?  

IN YOUR DAILY DOSE: today is information about post-market problems that show up with prescription medications approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

MAKING CHANGES: Prevention is always your best medicine.

FACT OR FICTION:The bite is perfectly circular, they live in the ocean and belong to a species which most people fear. They are small in size but fierce. Know what they are?  

IN YOUR DAILY DOSE: today is new research demonstrating an increase in activity in school age children may reduce overall medical costs significantly.

MAKING CHANGES: Getting your children to move each day may be a challenge, but one worth the effort for your health and theirs.

FACT OR FICTION: He’s man’s best friend, but you might be surprised to find out what 70% of owners do with their pets!