7 Things You Should Know About Zika and How To Prevent It

Since Zika first gained international attention in early 2016, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has sought to educate the public about the little-known virus. Prior to its discovery in the Americas, not much was known about its workings, but scientists are racing to understand it more and develop a vaccine. Here’s what you should know: 1) How You Can Get Zika According to the CDC, Zika is most commonly transmitted to people through the bite of an infe

3 Tips for Staying Safe in the Summertime

Summer is finally upon us and we all have trips to the beach and bbqs on our minds. Along with having fun in the sun, the following tips will keep your family safe while allowing you to maximize your time outdoors. Hydration The more time spent in the heat, the more we sweat. The more we sweat, the more we need to replenish our water. Hydrating before, during and after outdoor activities is an integral part of staying safe in the heat. The American Heart Association frowns

There is Fear in the Water at the Jersey Shore

Growing up in the Northeast, we experience the four seasons in a way that most of the country does not. Our spring is quite short and filled with rain, the fall is beautiful with changing colors of the landscape and the winter feels never-ending with snow banks that don’t fully melt until well into April. But the summer… oh the summer!!! Hot and humid but we don’t mind because we have the Jersey Shore! Going “down the shore” is as American as apple pie. From boardwalks an