American service men and women put their lives on the line everyday to keep our nation safe. This testament to bravery requires the utmost physical and mental conditioning and sharpness at all times. There are mental health effects that war has on service men and women, and family members also feel the impact. There are a variety of things military members and spouses can do to understand the warning signs of and treatment options for mental health issues.

The transition from the schedule-free days of summer to the more regimented requirements of school can create chaos in even the most orderly home. Parents can employ planning and preparation to streamline the back-to-school transition, and help ensure everyone leaves the house on time - and in a good mood.

The winter months between November and February are the peak months for home fires, representing nearly 37 percent of all residential fires annually. Experts agree that advance preparation and planning are key factors in increasing your chances of a good outcome should fire strike this winter.

Long gone are the days when friends and family wait for a birth announcement or phone call to alert them to the arrival of a new baby. Thanks to new technology, tech-savvy moms and dads are finding new ways to stay connected.

While the days of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches may be a distant childhood memory, the "brown bag" lunch is once again becoming a popular fixture on the office desk. But "bagging it" doesn't have to mean a boring turkey sandwich and apple five days a week.

If you're the parent of a toddler, whether he is in preschool, day care, or at home, it is important to incorporate healthy habits at an early age. Between hectic work schedules, school, play dates and activities, health and nutrition can sometimes take a backseat to convenience for busy parents. Here are some tips from real doctors and moms.

The women of today may be at risk of osteoporosis, but treatments are now available to help strengthen bones, and repair spinal fractures.