(StatePoint) As temperatures drop and people spend more time indoors, the flu and other respiratory viruses can spread easily. Fortunately, you can take precautions to protect yourself, your family and your community.

(StatePoint) Afterschool programs give children and youth a safe place to connect and learn after the school day ends, and research shows that programs boost students’ academic achievement and help them engage with their communities. They help children succeed in school and in life by providing homework help, mentors, healthy snacks and meals, exposure to STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) and other skills, college and career prep, and more.

(StatePoint) Whether you’re still a student or long past your school years, making learning a hobby outside the classroom can keep you sharp, particularly if you pair activities that involve logic, analysis and facts with those that involve creativity, imagination and intuition. Here are some great tools to inspire you in your educational journey and balance your left brain and right brain:

(StatePoint) Does it seem like mangos are everywhere you look? You’re not imagining it! From carts to menus, consumers can’t get enough mango, fueling a viral craze with new creations hitting shelves and restaurants daily. In fact, Circana’s Dole Panel of total U.S. outlets (General Food and Frozen Departments; L52 WE 1/25/25) shows that 54% of U.S. consumers who shop the frozen or general food departments buy mango items, and 86% of those buyers make a repeat purchase.

(StatePoint) As a new school year gets underway, it’s time to zero in on the tech products that can help your students ease into their academic routines and succeed in the classroom. Here are some of the greatest products on store shelves today that can transform a student’s relationship to school subjects ranging from STEM and language arts to music and physical education:

(StatePoint) November is Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month, and the American Lung Association, with support from Merck, is raising awareness about one form of the condition: pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).

(StatePoint) Ninety-five percent of parents with a child enrolled in an afterschool program are satisfied with that program, and there is overwhelming support for more government funding for afterschool, according to a new study. But unmet demand for these programs is high in all 50 states, and majorities of middle- and low-income families who want afterschool programs are being shut out.

(StatePoint) As you prepare for the arrival of your new baby, there’s likely one item on the top of your wish list: optimal health for you and your newborn.

(StatePoint) The holiday season is upon us, which means it’s time to score great gifts that will bring instant gratification to everyone on your list!

(StatePoint) As the back-to-school frenzy kicks in, it’s easy to get caught up in all that goes along with prepping for a new school year. But before the homework and afterschool activities take over, remember to save some time for soaking up the final days of warm weather.

(StatePoint) Every year cities and towns across the Bluegrass State pull out all the stops to celebrate the holidays. With decorations, parades, reindeer and more, these Kentucky towns will make you feel like you stepped into an idyllic, sappy, small-town Christmas movie. 

(StatePoint) Our modern lives involve non-stop activity -- from school carpools to back-to-back meetings to workouts to everything in between. When you find the right fuel to keep you going, eating well and the daily grind can go hand-in-hand.

(StatePoint) Among the many implications of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” signed into law this past July 4, are cuts to health and nutrition benefits for millions of Americans, which could have significant negative implications for babies and children, according to the National Collaborative for Infants & Toddlers (NCIT).

(StatePoint) Military deployments – when service members are required to leave their home station and travel abroad – typically last between six and 12 months and can be hard on both service members and families. While deployments don’t always involve combat, they can involve long hours, specialized work, and few of the creature comforts and resources service members might enjoy at their home stations.

(StatePoint) Snack time is not just about refueling yourself, it’s also an opportunity to hit the pause button and unwind, whether that means rewarding yourself for a job well done, connecting with coworkers in the breakroom, or building memories with friends and family.

(StatePoint) In a May 2025 national poll by the Consumer Healthcare Products Association in cooperation with the American Dental Association (ADA), more than 4 out of 5 survey takers said they are familiar with fluoride’s role in oral health and that fluoride is particularly important for children, while more than 2 out of 3 said they are comfortable with fluoride in their tap water.

(StatePoint) College rankings headlines are often dominated by the same names: Ivy Leagues, elite research universities and schools that admit only a fraction of applicants. But that leaves out most students, say experts.

(StatePoint) Multi-generational living is becoming increasingly common. However, as families grow and change, so must their homes.

(StatePoint) It’s back to school time and there is so much for families to do to get ready for the school year ahead, from getting school supplies to signing up for after school programs. Making sure kids have health care needs covered should be a part of those preparations.

(StatePoint) Just because fall is here doesn’t mean your backyard fun has to end! Fall is the perfect season to breathe in crisp air, sip something warm under the stars, watch an outdoor movie, and make the most of your outdoor setup. With the right tools and a few seasonal upgrades, your backyard can stay the place to be long after Labor Day. Here’s how.

(StatePoint) Immunizations prepare young people’s immune systems to recognize and resist viruses that spread quickly. These are viruses that can lead to health issues like infertility, muscle paralysis, brain damage, blindness, deafness and cancer.

(StatePoint) From schoolwork and homework to friendships and extracurriculars to potentially dealing with difficult situations like bullying, there is a lot for kids to navigate during the school year.