April 30, 2015

There’s new evidence that it’s never too late to stop smoking. A study found that quitting after your 60th birthday can significantly reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease. Researchers say kicking the habit can potentially add years to your life, even when you stop smoking in your senior years. Source Link

Don’t use the car seat or baby swing as a spot for your child to sleep. That’s the message from experts who say carrying devices and swings are not designed to help babies sleep safely. There’s a risk of suffocation and death if an infant leans against straps or if their head tilts forward too long while sleeping. Source Link

Getting that song to stop playing in your head could be as simple as popping a stick of gum. A study found that chewing gum can help to stop what’s called “last song syndrome.” Up to 90-percent of the population experiences so-called “earworms” and for some people the tiresome tune can play for days. Source Link