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 (ARA) - What does "light," "low" or "mild" mean to you? For many consumers, these words may suggest a healthier or safer product. But when it comes to cigarettes, there's no such thing as a safe cigarette. Health experts agree that no matter what they taste, smell or look like, all cigarettes are harmful to your health.
According to research from the National Cancer Institute, the use of descriptors like "light," "low" and "mild" in the labeling and advertising of tobacco products mislead many smokers to believe that these products are less harmful and may help smokers quit or even reduce the risk of developing smoking-related cancers and other diseases.
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 (ARA) - Aging gracefully can require you to accept certain changes in your body, from gray or thinning hair to skin that's less firm than it was in your youth. But loss of vision shouldn't be on your short list of changes that are an inevitable part of growing older.
If you're older than 50, you should know about your eye health and what you can do to prevent or slow vision loss. Age-related macular degeneration, commonly known as AMD, is the leading cause of vision loss in older adults. AMD affects about 10 million people in the U.S., and that number is projected to double by 2020, according to the National Institutes of Health.
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 The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is a federal organization under the United States Department of Health and Human Services. This organization acts as a leader in promoting national health and safety, while also partnering with state health departments and other organizations in advocating good health practices. The CDC is based in Atlanta.
The CDC sets health and safety recommendations and guidelines for professionals in healthcare careers and facilities. These recommendations and guidelines work to keep patients, workers and the overall community safe by preventing and controlling the spread of disease.
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 (ARA) - Retirement is a great time to enjoy life - especially in your own home. But if you - or your parents - are starting to slow down, suffering from occasional imbalance or are having difficulty living safely in your home, it could limit your independence, and potentially cause you harm.
Falling is the leading cause of injury and death among people 65 and older, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. And if you look around your home, or your loved-one's home, you probably can find many tripping hazards, increasing the risk of a fall.
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 (ARA) - This fall, thousands of people nationwide will join the movement to Stop Diabetes as they walk in the American Diabetes Association's Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes. Rain or shine, walkers will join together to change the future of this growing epidemic that is taking a devastating physical, emotional and financial toll on our country.
Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes is the Association's signature fundraising walk event. With strong support from the business community including sponsorship and corporate teams, this event raises more than $18 million to support the Association's mission: to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.
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Tired of spending a small fortune on the commute to work or school every day? Wish getting to and from work in the summer months was less of a chore and more of a fun ride? If so, you may want to look into getting a motorcycle.
There's nothing like the feeling of the wind rushing by as you make your way down the open road. And you will spend less money on fuel to get from here to there.
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Getting a driver's license is a thrill for any teen, but it's a reward that comes with a lot of responsibility. It's hard to think about, but car crashes are the No. 1 killer of American teens - as many as 5,000 teenagers lose their lives in auto accidents every year. Considering that statistic, it's clear why teen driver safety is of the utmost importance.
In an effort to make teens safer behind the wheel, Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) laws have been enacted in some states. These laws are designed to help teens transition into driving over time, as they gain behind-the-wheel experience and driving skills, gradually working their way toward full driving privileges.
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 (ARA) - If you were born between 1979 and 1994, you may have heard yourself described as part of "Generation Y." Characteristics that define your generation include a tendency to be independent, opinionated and well informed - good qualities to be sure.
A 2010 study by Prudential, "Reaching Gen Y - easier than you think," suggests that one area where you might benefit from more knowledge is in the area of life insurance. Those younger than 40 often give little thought to life insurance products early on, as they are more inclined to wait until they reach specific life stages.
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The last time you hopped on a motorcycle, did you put your helmet on? Hopefully the answer is yes. A 2007 National Highway Transportation Safety Administration report on motorcycle fatalities indicated there was a direct correlation between head injuries and helmet use. Around 51 percent of motorcyclists not wearing a helmet suffered a head injury, compared to just 35 percent of helmeted motorcyclists.
While in some states wearing a helmet is a matter of choice, some pretty compelling statistics show that wearing one can go a long way to helping you survive a crash and ride another day. Thus, determining how to choose the helmet that's right for you could be one of the most important motorcycle safety tips you will ever receive. Here are some tips to helping you find the best helmet for your safety:
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